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Timmermans Lambic & Stout

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Dark chocolate, oak and cherries in the aroma, a pronounced yet well-balanced taste, and a complex finish between fruit and chocolate; the cherry brings a touch of acidity. A black beer under a slightly pink head: Oude Kriek blended with an Antwerp stout brewed exclusively for the house of John Martin since 1944. Mixed fermentation, 6 % ABV.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
chocolateoaktart
chocolate
oak
tart
dark fruit
fruity
sour
Aroma
Dark chocolate and oak dominate the nose, layered with bright cherry notes that cut through the deeper tones.
also:roasted
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Timmermans Lambic & Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep black color with a distinctly pale pink head—a visual signature of the Oude Kriek and stout blend. The head shows moderate retention and fine lacing along the glass. The beer presents opaque, dark-toned clarity typical of its high roast character.

black with pink headmoderate head retentionopaque

◌ Aroma

Dark chocolate and oak dominate the nose, layered with bright cherry notes that cut through the deeper tones. The mixed fermentation brings a subtle tartness to the bouquet. Roasted grain underpinnings add complexity without overshadowing the fruit-forward entry.

dark chocolateoaktart cherryroasted grain

◐ Taste

Chocolate and oak form the flavor backbone, while cherry acidity weaves through the mid-palate with precision. The beer is full-bodied yet balanced, avoiding heaviness despite its dark character. Tart fruit and chocolate notes compete evenly, creating a multifaceted mouthfeel that develops across the palate.

chocolate-forwardoak structurecherry tartnessfull-bodied balance

◑ Finish

The finish extends with lingering chocolate and fruit complexity, neither drying sharply nor fading quickly. A subtle sourness persists alongside residual dark fruit, leaving the palate engaged.

chocolate-fruit fademoderate lengthsubtle sourness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
85
Appearance
78
Finish
80
Serve at 6–8°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

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