Cuvée des Jacobins

◎ Aussehen

Deep garnet red, translucent and bright with minimal haze. The head is modest but persistent, building a fine lacing along the glass. Carbonation is gentle and restrained, characteristic of a traditionally aged Flanders Red.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with sour cherry and dried stone fruit, layered beneath vanilla and cocoa notes from eighteen months in oak. A subtle funk and subtle barnyard character emerge as the beer warms, balanced by sweet oak influence. The acidity is inviting rather than aggressive, drawing the drinker forward.

◐ Geschmack

The palate opens with a tart, dry entry accentuated by oak tannins and wine-like acidity. Mid-palate carries dark chocolate and dried cherry with a full, smooth mouthfeel that belies the low bitterness. The sourness persists throughout without harshness, integrating with earthy and slightly funky undertones.

◑ Abgang

The finish is long and drying, with vanilla, cocoa and tart cherry lingering on the palate. A pleasant woody astringency fades into a clean, slightly puckering fade.