Rodenbach

Brewed by Brouwerij Rodenbach (Palm)
Style: Sour Ale
Roeselare, Belgium

Typical sour, with a nice balance. Wanting to try Grand Cru so I can compare. Was reasonably priced for a Belgium, would recommend if you like sours.

On tap at O’Brien’s. Seemed a little flat, but that didn’t deter me from savoring this fine, sour ale. Tasted a little musky compared to the Grand Cru, which is the only other Rodenbach I have tried, but this was a good thing. Great flavor profile. I expected no less. Delicious.

On draft at Churchill’s. Ivan gractiously gave me a sample. Red amber color. Microbubble head. Light sour aroma similar to a sour cherry. Fruity. Some funky feet in the aroma, which I love. Slick sour lacto mouthfeel. Leans sweet. Very drinkable and very delicious. Yum!

Draft at O’brien’s. Some very sweet and sour flavors that I really liked. A long night of some pretty good sours had my tastebuds so puckered up.

Draft at O’Brien’s. Reddish color with not much head. Aromas were tart cherry and raspberry. Flavors were more tart and some acidity. Fruity all the way. Pretty good stuff.

Yes, is all very interesting but please this is very overrated. No head. Dark red colour with a sour tart finish. I think this is trading off a reputation because is somewhat unpleasant to drink.

Bottled, pours copper-red color with some fine white lace and bubble formation. Flattens out pretty quickly, leaving pleasant tart vinous aromas. The nose is mostly light vinegar notes & wild yeast funk, with slight oak influence with noticeable hops. Light and soft flavors with a nicely balanced sourness, the finish has a note of toasted bread and citrus. Tingly carbonation excites the palate. Refreshing!

Bottle. Sample at Haket, Gothenburg. Red/light brown color with a small beige head. Aroma: Sweet/sour, vinegar and caramel. Flavor: Very sour and sweet, vinegar, lemon, wood and sour wine. Dry finish.