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Cantillon Kriek
Brasserie Cantillon
Cantillon Kriek is a 100% spontaneously fermented lambic macerated on Schaerbeek cherries for months. Unlike industrial sweet krieks, it is dry, tart and intensely fruity — one of the world’s reference fruit lambics.
📍 Brussels, Belgium
In a nutshell
Traditional Kriek Lambic · 5.0% ABV · 🇧🇪 Belgium. Perfect with Game.
📊 Specs
5.0%
ABV
10
IBU
30
EBC
10–12°C
Serve at
37.5cl
Format
🍺
Tulip or flute
👃 Tasting notes
Appearance
Deep ruby with fleeting pink head
Aroma
Fresh cherries, stone, damp earth, slight acetone
Taste
Very dry, tart, vibrant cherries, tannins, Brettanomyces
Finish
Long, tart, stone and leather notes
🍽️ Food pairing
- Game
- Foie gras
- Duck breast with cherries
- Lightly sweet cherry tart
🏭 The brewery
Brasserie Cantillon
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Cantillon Kriek?
Cantillon Kriek has an ABV of 5.0%. It is a medium-strength beer, to be enjoyed in moderation.
Where does Cantillon Kriek come from?
Cantillon Kriek is brewed by Brasserie Cantillon in Brussels, Belgium.
What food pairs well with Cantillon Kriek?
Cantillon Kriek pairs beautifully with: Game, Foie gras, Duck breast with cherries.
How should Cantillon Kriek be served?
Serve Cantillon Kriek at 10–12°C in a Tulip or flute. It is a Traditional Kriek Lambic style beer.