Timmermans Strawberry Lambicus 11.2OZ

Timmermans Strawberry Lambicus 11.2OZ is a Belgian fruit lambic beer brewed with spontaneous fermentation at 4% ABV. Produced at one of Belgium's oldest lambic breweries — established in 1702 — this expression earned a Gold medal at the 2010 Asia Beer Award, affirming its standing among fruit lambics worldwide.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4%  |  Origin: Itterbeek, Pajottenland, Belgium  |  Fruit Lambic  |  Brewery: Timmermans (est. 1702)

Production & Heritage

Timmermans has been brewing lambic beer in Itterbeek, within the Pajottenland region near Brussels, for over three centuries. Like all authentic lambics, this beer undergoes spontaneous fermentation driven by wild airborne yeasts — specifically Brettanomyces Bruxellensis and Brettanomyces Lambicus — that naturally inhabit the atmosphere within a 15-kilometer radius of Brussels. The mashbill consists of 70% malt and 30% wheat with aged hops, and brewing is strictly seasonal, occurring only between September and May when outside temperatures remain below 15°C to prevent contamination from unwanted bacteria. Strawberry is added to the lambic base, yielding a see-through ruby-red beer that balances fruit sweetness with a signature whisper of wild-yeast funk.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe, juicy strawberry leads immediately, followed by a jammy sweetness. Underneath, wheaty and bready pale malt notes emerge alongside traces of bubblegum sugar and a faint earthy funk from the wild fermentation.

Taste: Strawberry jam and fresh strawberry dominate the entry, coating the palate in fruit-forward sweetness. At mid-palate, wheaty malt adds a grainy backbone, while faint acidity and lambic funk creep in toward the back end, providing balance and preventing the sweetness from becoming one-dimensional.

Finish: Light to medium in body with gentle, rolling carbonation that feels soft, smooth, and juicy on the tongue. The finish is clean and moderately short, leaving behind a pleasant strawberry preserve note and the slightest tart edge.

How to Drink Strawberry Lambicus

Serve chilled in a tulip glass or flute to concentrate the strawberry aromatics and showcase its ruby-red color. This lambic is best enjoyed on its own as an aperitif or dessert beer. It also works in several beer-based mixed drinks: try it in a Lambic Sangria with sliced summer fruit for a Belgian twist on the classic; use it in a Berliner Spritz format, topping it with a splash of elderflower liqueur and a lemon wheel; or mix it into a Fruit Lambic Shandy with fresh-squeezed lemonade for a low-ABV warm-weather refresher.

Best For

• Introducing someone to Belgian lambic beers without overwhelming acidity
• Pairing with a dessert course at a dinner gathering
• Adding variety to a curated Belgian beer tasting flight
• Warm-weather sipping as a light, fruit-forward alternative to heavier craft styles

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Strawberry Lambicus taste like? It tastes primarily of ripe strawberry jam and fresh strawberry, supported by wheaty malt and a faint wild-yeast funk that keeps the sweetness balanced. The body is light to medium with soft carbonation and a juicy mouthfeel.

How does Strawberry Lambicus compare to Lindemans Framboise? Both are sweetened Belgian fruit lambics from long-established Pajottenland breweries, but Lindemans Framboise features raspberry while Timmermans uses strawberry. Timmermans tends to lean slightly more toward jammy fruit sweetness with less pronounced tartness than Lindemans, making it approachable for drinkers who prefer a softer acidity profile.

Is Strawberry Lambicus good for beginners? Yes — its prominent fruit sweetness, low 4% ABV, and gentle carbonation make it one of the most accessible entry points into the lambic category for drinkers unfamiliar with wild-fermented beers.

Where is Strawberry Lambicus made? It is brewed at the Timmermans brewery in Itterbeek, located in Belgium's Pajottenland region within the 15-kilometer radius of Brussels where authentic spontaneous fermentation occurs naturally.

What foods pair well with Strawberry Lambicus? Fresh goat cheese or brie complements the fruit sweetness with tangy creaminess. Dark chocolate desserts work well against the strawberry jam character. A mixed berry tart mirrors and amplifies the fruit notes. Prosciutto or country ham provides a savory-salty contrast. Light salads with a berry vinaigrette echo the beer's fruit-forward profile.

What sizes does Strawberry Lambicus come in? The standard format is an 11.2 oz (330ml) bottle, which is the traditional single-serving size for Belgian lambic beers.

Is Strawberry Lambicus worth the price? It positions as an entry-level fruit lambic — affordable enough for casual exploration while delivering genuine spontaneous-fermentation character from a brewery with over 300 years of lambic heritage, which represents solid value within the category.

Why Strawberry Lambicus?

Timmermans has been producing lambic beer since 1702, making it one of the oldest continuously operating lambic breweries in Belgium. The Strawberry Lambicus draws its character from a process that cannot be replicated outside the Pajottenland — wild airborne yeasts unique to the Brussels region drive the fermentation, and the seasonal brewing window between September and May ensures the integrity of that process. Its 2010 Asia Beer Award Gold medal speaks to its quality on an international stage. For anyone seeking a genuine Belgian lambic experience with prominent, natural-tasting strawberry fruit and a gentle undercurrent of wild-yeast complexity, this expression delivers authenticity that mass-produced fruit beers simply cannot match.