Funkwerks Oud Bruin
What the brewers say
“Aroma of dark malts and black cherry complement the notes of dark fruit in the flavor. A blend of Brettanomyces with Lactobacillus and other sour cultures contributes the characteristic sour-flavor profile of this style.”
What our panel thought
Aroma: “Tart apple sourness with underlying dark malt, dried fruit (cherry and black currant) notes, dark unsweetened chocolate, and a pleasant woodsy character. Perfect for a Flanders reddish/brownish old ale.”
Flavor: “The malt complexity has dried cherries, prunes, black currants, chocolate, and tobacco but comes across relatively dry on the finish. This is balanced by a pleasant underlying sourness that adds to the fruity character. The woodsy character adds nice astringency on the finish and adds to the perception of dryness.”
Overall: “A fantastic example of a complex, dark, sour beer with wild- fermentation character. Great balance throughout. Subtle complexity from the initial sniff through the lingering swallow that gets better as it warms. Expertly crafted Oud Bruin–style beer.”
