Lindemans Framboise 4Pk

Lindemans Framboise 4Pk is a Belgian raspberry lambic beer (2.5% ABV, four 250ml bottles) brewed with spontaneous fermentation and 30% natural raspberry juice. Named World's Best Framboise at the 2025 World Beer Awards, this deep crimson lambic stands as the global benchmark for fruit-forward Belgian sour ales.

Quick Facts: ABV: 2.5%  |  Origin: Vlezenbeek, Pajottenland, Belgium  |  Style: Fruit Lambic (Framboise)  |  Brewery: Brouwerij Lindemans

Production & Heritage

Brouwerij Lindemans has been brewing in Vlezenbeek — the heart of Belgium's Pajottenland region — since 1822, making it one of the oldest surviving lambic producers. Lindemans Framboise begins with spontaneous fermentation using wild, airborne yeast native to the Senne Valley, drawing on a mashbill of malted barley, wheat, and hops. After fermentation, 30% raspberry juice by volume is blended in, and the beer is filtered, pasteurized, and sweetened with Stevia — a natural sweetener the brewery adopted in 2012, replacing the artificial sweetener Acesulfame K. The result is a highly approachable, effervescent fruit lambic that retains its signature tart backbone beneath layers of raspberry sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Immediately bursting with fresh raspberry, followed by undertones of chocolate, subtle cherry, and a light fermented funk. The aromatic profile is vivid and inviting, with a sparkling, almost jammy quality.

Taste: The entry is unmistakably sweet with ripe summer raspberries dominating the palate. Mid-palate, a sharp tartness emerges to counterbalance the fruit sweetness, joined by bready malt and gentle herbal notes. Both fresh and cooked raspberry flavors coexist with a light yeasty underpinning that signals the beer's lambic origins.

Finish: Clean, crisp, and highly effervescent, with refreshing acidity that cuts through the residual sweetness. The raspberry lingers without cloying, leaving a dry, fruity close that invites the next sip.

How to Drink Lindemans Framboise

Serve chilled at 3–5°C (37–41°F) in a tulip glass or flute to showcase its deep crimson color and lasting pink head. On its own, this lambic drinks like a sparkling aperitif — low in alcohol and high in fruit character. Berliner Fizz: Use it in place of a traditional Berliner Weisse with a splash of elderflower liqueur to amplify the floral raspberry notes. Framboise Mimosa: Substitute for sparkling wine at brunch; the natural tartness and effervescence pair beautifully with orange or grapefruit juice. Lambic Spritz: Combine with a splash of prosecco and a sprig of fresh mint for a low-ABV summer cocktail with genuine Belgian character.

Best For

• Introducing beer skeptics or wine drinkers to Belgian lambic culture
• Brunch gatherings as a low-alcohol, fruit-forward alternative to sparkling wine
• Warm-weather entertaining where a refreshing, sessionable option is needed
• Gifting to Belgian beer enthusiasts exploring fruit lambic styles

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lindemans Framboise taste like? It tastes like sweet-tart fresh raspberries balanced by a crisp, effervescent acidity, with a bready malt backbone and light yeasty funk characteristic of Belgian lambic beers.

How does Lindemans Framboise compare to Timmermans Framboise? Both are sweetened fruit lambics made with raspberry juice rather than whole fruit, placing them in a similar commercial style. Lindemans uses 30% raspberry juice and Stevia as a sweetener, while Timmermans tends to lean slightly drier and less fruit-forward in its balance.

Is Lindemans Framboise good for beginners? At just 2.5% ABV with prominent fruit sweetness and gentle tartness, Lindemans Framboise is one of the most accessible introductions to Belgian lambic beers, appealing particularly to those who typically prefer wine or cider.

Where is Lindemans Framboise made? It is brewed at Brouwerij Lindemans in Vlezenbeek, a village in the Pajottenland region southwest of Brussels, Belgium — the traditional heartland of spontaneous-fermentation lambic production.

What foods pair well with Lindemans Framboise? Dark chocolate truffles complement the raspberry and subtle cocoa notes. Fresh goat cheese balances the sweetness with savory tang. Berry tarts echo the fruit profile without overwhelming it. Pâté or duck liver mousse benefits from the beer's acidity cutting through richness. Vanilla crème brûlée pairs elegantly with the effervescent raspberry character.

What sizes does Lindemans Framboise come in? The Framboise is widely available in 250ml bottles (sold individually and in four-packs), as well as 375ml bottles and 750ml large-format bottles depending on market availability.

Is Lindemans Framboise worth the price? It positions as an accessible, entry-level fruit lambic — highly affordable relative to traditional gueuze or unblended lambics — making it strong value for anyone curious about the style or seeking a versatile, low-ABV entertaining beer.

Why Lindemans Framboise?

Winning the 2025 World Beer Awards title for World's Best Framboise confirms what lambic drinkers have long recognized: Lindemans sets the standard in the sweetened raspberry lambic category. The addition of 30% natural raspberry juice — among the highest fruit ratios in the style — delivers unmistakable intensity without masking the underlying spontaneously fermented base. Brewed at a family-owned operation with over 200 years of continuous lambic production, this is not a novelty fruit beer but a product rooted in one of Belgium's most storied brewing traditions. With an 87 score on BeerAdvocate and over 152,000 ratings on Untappd, the Framboise has earned broad critical and consumer validation as the go-to gateway into fruit lambic.