Lindemans Framboise 750ML

Lindemans Framboise 750ML is a spontaneously fermented Belgian raspberry lambic bottled at 2.5% ABV in a 750ml format. Named World's Best Framboise at the 2025 World Beer Awards, this fruit lambic from Brouwerij Lindemans stands as one of the most recognizable gateway beers into the world of Belgian sour ales.

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

Production & Heritage

Brouwerij Lindemans has been brewing in Vlezenbeek, a small town southwest of Brussels in the Pajottenland region, since 1822 — making it one of the longest-operating lambic producers in Belgium. The base beer undergoes spontaneous fermentation using wild yeast native to the Senne Valley, with a grain bill of local barley and unmalted wheat. What distinguishes the Framboise expression is the addition of raspberry juice at 30% by volume before the beer is filtered and pasteurized. Since 2012, all sweetened Lindemans fruit lambics have used the natural sweetener Stevia rather than artificial alternatives, a notable shift in the brewery's approach to balancing tartness and sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Powerful, ripe raspberry dominates immediately, followed by a subtle caramel sweetness and a faint acidity that signals the lambic base underneath. The nose is clean and fruit-forward, inviting without being cloying.

Taste: The entry is evenly balanced between sweet and tart, with juicy raspberry taking center stage from the first sip. At mid-palate, hints of wild yeast funk and a light earthy undertone emerge, while a brief bready malt note appears before the raspberry reasserts itself. The carbonation is lively, keeping the sweetness in check and adding a sparkling, refreshing quality.

Finish: Medium-short with a pleasantly sour edge characteristic of lambic beers. Lingering raspberry and a dry, slightly tart close prevent the sweetness from overstaying its welcome.

How to Drink Lindemans Framboise

Serve well-chilled in a tulip glass or flute to concentrate the raspberry aromatics and showcase the beer's striking reddish-purple color with pink foam. At just 2.5% ABV, this is a sessionable lambic that works beautifully on its own but also performs in several mixed drinks. A Lambic Sangria uses the Framboise as a fruity, effervescent base with sliced fresh fruit and a splash of brandy. A Belgian Bellini substitutes this raspberry lambic for prosecco, pairing it with peach purée for a low-ABV brunch cocktail. A Framboise Kir combines the lambic with a small measure of crème de cassis, amplifying the berry intensity while adding depth.

Best For

• Introducing someone to Belgian sour and lambic-style beers
• Warm-weather entertaining where low ABV and refreshment matter
• Pairing with dessert courses at a dinner party
• Gifting to a craft beer enthusiast exploring fruit lambics

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lindemans Framboise taste like? Lindemans Framboise delivers a juicy, sweet-tart raspberry flavor balanced by light wild yeast funk, subtle earthy undertones, and lively carbonation. The overall impression is refreshing and fruit-forward with a clean, slightly sour finish.

How does Lindemans Framboise compare to Timmermans Framboise? Both are sweetened raspberry lambics that use raspberry juice, but Lindemans tends toward a sweeter, more approachable profile with its Stevia-based sweetening, while Timmermans generally presents a slightly drier, more acidic character. Lindemans also carries a higher RateBeer score (95 vs. Timmermans' lower ratings) and won World's Best Framboise at the 2025 World Beer Awards.

Is Lindemans Framboise good for beginners? At 2.5% ABV with a fruit-forward sweetness that tempers the sour lambic base, Lindemans Framboise is widely regarded as one of the best introductory beers for anyone exploring Belgian lambics or sour ales for the first time.

Where is Lindemans Framboise made? Lindemans Framboise is brewed at Brouwerij Lindemans in Vlezenbeek, a commune in Flemish Brabant, Belgium, located in the Pajottenland region southwest of Brussels — the traditional heartland of spontaneous fermentation brewing.

What foods pair well with Lindemans Framboise? Dark chocolate truffles complement the raspberry sweetness with bitter cocoa contrast. Creamy goat cheese balances the beer's tartness with rich, tangy fat. Fresh berry tarts create a harmonious echo of the fruit character. Foie gras or duck liver pâté finds a classic Belgian partner in the sweet-sour profile. Lemon cheesecake mirrors the acidity while matching the dessert-like quality of the lambic.

What sizes does Lindemans Framboise come in? Lindemans Framboise is commonly available in 750ml bottles and 250ml (8.4 oz) bottles, with the larger format being the standard for sharing or cellar purchases.

Is Lindemans Framboise worth the price? Lindemans Framboise positions as an entry-level to mid-range fruit lambic, offering authentic spontaneous fermentation heritage and award-winning quality at a price point accessible to casual drinkers and serious lambic fans alike.

Why Lindemans Framboise?

Few fruit lambics carry two centuries of brewing heritage behind them. Brouwerij Lindemans has been producing spontaneously fermented beers since 1822, and the Framboise expression — with its 30% raspberry juice addition — remains one of the most widely available and consistently well-reviewed examples of the style. Its 2025 World Beer Awards recognition as World's Best Framboise confirms what decades of international distribution have already demonstrated: this is the benchmark raspberry lambic against which others in the category are measured. The combination of genuine wild yeast fermentation, generous fruit content, and a sessionable 2.5% ABV makes it a rare beer that satisfies both purists interested in lambic tradition and newcomers drawn to its vivid raspberry character.