Lindemans Strawberry 250ML

Lindemans Strawberry 250ML is a Belgian fruit lambic beer brewed with strawberry juice at 3.5% ABV in a 250ml bottle. Named World's Best Fruit Lambic at the 2022 World Beer Awards, this expression marked Lindemans' first new fruited lambic release in over a decade.

Quick Facts: ABV: 3.5%  |  Origin: Vlezenbeek, Flemish Brabant, Belgium  |  Style: Fruit Lambic  |  Brewery: Brouwerij Lindemans

Production & Heritage

Brouwerij Lindemans is a family-owned brewery located in Vlezenbeek, in the Flemish Brabant region southwest of Brussels — one of the few areas in the world where wild, airborne yeasts enable spontaneous fermentation of lambic beer. The base lambic is brewed from water, barley malt, wheat, and hops, then left open to the elements to ferment naturally. For this strawberry expression, hand-picked strawberries selected at peak ripeness are blended with young lambic, unlocking a vibrant sweet-sour character that distinguishes it from the brewery's more established fruit lambics like Framboise and Kriek.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sun-ripened strawberries dominate the nose immediately, with a lush, almost jammy sweetness that fills the glass. Beneath the fruit, a subtle wheat-grain earthiness anchors the scent and hints at the lambic base.

Taste: The entry is bright and fruit-forward, with the intense flavor of fresh strawberries coating the palate. At mid-palate, the characteristic lambic tartness emerges, creating a bold sweet-sour balance. The carbonation is measured — a gentle fizz that lifts the fruit without overwhelming the delicate berry notes.

Finish: The finish is refreshingly crisp, with traditional lambic tartness reasserting itself against lingering strawberry sweetness. It closes clean and medium in length, inviting another sip.

How to Drink Lindemans Strawberry

Serve chilled between 3–6°C (37–43°F) in a tulip glass or flute to concentrate the strawberry aromatics. The 250ml bottle is portioned for a single pour. A Lambic Spritz works well — top with a splash of sparkling water and a fresh strawberry garnish for a low-ABV aperitif. Try it in a Berliner Shandy, combining equal parts Lindemans Strawberry and lemonade for a summer refresher that plays off the existing tartness. It also shines in a Fruit Lambic Mimosa, replacing champagne at brunch with a pour that brings more body and berry complexity than a traditional mimosa.

Best For

• Introducing someone to the world of Belgian lambic beers
• Warm-weather brunch or garden-party drinking
• A dessert pairing alongside fruit tarts or cheesecake
• Craft beer enthusiasts exploring spontaneously fermented styles

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lindemans Strawberry taste like? It delivers an intense, fresh strawberry flavor balanced by the natural tartness of lambic beer, with gentle carbonation and a clean, crisp finish. The sweet-sour interplay is the defining characteristic.

How does Lindemans Strawberry compare to Lindemans Framboise? Both are fruit lambics from Brouwerij Lindemans made via spontaneous fermentation, but Framboise uses raspberries while Strawberry uses hand-picked strawberry juice, resulting in a rounder, less tangy fruit profile. Framboise has been in the lineup for decades, whereas Strawberry is the brewery's first new fruit lambic addition in over ten years.

Is Lindemans Strawberry good for beginners? At 3.5% ABV with an approachable sweet-sour balance and prominent fruit character, it is one of the most accessible entry points into the lambic beer category. Those who enjoy fruit ciders or fruited sour ales will find familiar ground here.

Where is Lindemans Strawberry made? It is brewed at Brouwerij Lindemans in Vlezenbeek, a commune in the Flemish Brabant province of Belgium, located in the Pajottenland region southwest of Brussels where wild yeasts make spontaneous lambic fermentation possible.

What foods pair well with Lindemans Strawberry? Fresh goat cheese or brie — the tartness cuts through creamy richness. Strawberry shortcake or panna cotta — complementary fruit flavors amplify dessert. Grilled shrimp with citrus — the beer's acidity mirrors a squeeze of lemon. Dark chocolate — bittersweet cacao offsets the berry sweetness. Light salads with vinaigrette — the lambic's sourness echoes the dressing.

What sizes does Lindemans Strawberry come in? The 250ml bottle is the standard format widely available for this expression.

Is Lindemans Strawberry worth the price? It positions as an accessible, entry-level fruit lambic from one of Belgium's most recognized lambic producers. The 2022 World Beer Awards Gold and World's Best Fruit Lambic title lend strong credibility relative to its modest price tier.

Why Lindemans Strawberry?

This was Brouwerij Lindemans' first new fruited lambic in over a decade — a notable move from a brewery deeply rooted in tradition. Winning World's Best Fruit Lambic and Gold at the 2022 World Beer Awards validated the launch against a competitive global field. The use of hand-picked strawberries blended with spontaneously fermented young lambic produces a sweet-sour balance distinct from the raspberry-driven Framboise that many drinkers already know. For anyone seeking a genuine Belgian lambic with a fruit-forward personality and genuine heritage behind the label, this 250ml bottle delivers on both craft and drinkability.