What Our Panel Thought
Aroma: “Assertive phenolics of smoke, clove, Band-Aid, and rubber, with some woodsy Brett and barnyard notes. These work to cut the sweetness of the dark fruit and berry notes, which come across as blueberry and grape. A touch of herbal character comes through, as well as some bready malt.”
Flavor: “Blueberries come through up front, with some juiciness that adds sweetness. A blend of funk and tart hit after. Interesting complexity—smoke or electrical fire phenolics, but in the best possible way. An herbal-tea like finish. Dry. Mild lactic with some nice Brett qualities.”
Overall: “A nice blend of not-too-tart lactic tartness with some of the nice Brett funk qualities in this beer. It’s very phenolic with clove, smoke, and Band-Aid overpowering the fruit a bit. Some people may be put off by the smoky phenolics, but others will find it interesting without going into objectionable intensity. The fruit adds a wonderful color.”
What the Brewers Say
“Fresh blueberries and our lambic-inspired ale unite in pFriem Bosbessen. Its ripe fruit and woodsy, tobacco aroma lead to a bright, jammy flavor that finishes tart and tangy.”
