In a blind tasting by BJCP trained experts, this beer rated

94

pFriem Oude Kriek

Aroma: “Subtle tart fruitiness, pleasant woodsy oak character. You can detect cherries, but just barely.”

Flavor: “Great balance of tart cherry character with an underlying sweetness, so it’s not overly puckering or cloying. Fantastic finish. The carbonation accentuates a subtle spicy fermentation character, and you’re left with lingering cherry and candy notes with some oak character to round things out.”

Overall: “A really nice beer. The cherry character adds subtle complexity throughout, but isn’t overdone.”

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