Lindemans Strawberry 750ML

Lindemans Strawberry 750ML is a Belgian fruit lambic beer blending spontaneously fermented ale with fresh strawberry juice at 3.5% ABV. It earned a Gold Medal at the 2022 World Beer Awards as World's Best Fruit Lambic — a remarkable debut for what was 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 has been brewing lambics in Vlezenbeek, a small town southwest of Brussels in Flemish Brabant, using the traditional method of spontaneous fermentation — a centuries-old technique that relies on wild yeast and airborne microflora native to the Senne Valley. The base lambic is brewed from water, barley malt, unmalted wheat, and aged hops, then left to ferment in open coolships before aging. For this expression, hand-picked strawberries selected at peak ripeness are blended with young lambic, allowing the natural fruit sugars and acids to interact with the beer's inherent tartness. The result is a fruit lambic that stands apart from the rest of the Lindemans range — this was the brewery's first addition to its fruited lineup in more than ten years, and the choice of strawberry was deliberate, leveraging the fruit's complex sweetness to complement lambic's signature sourness.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with an unmistakable burst of fresh strawberry juice, layered with notes of cheesecake, baked pastry, and a faint crepe-like sweetness. It reads almost like a dessert tray — lush and inviting without veering into artificial territory.

Taste: The first sip delivers an initial tartness that quickly gives way to a wave of ripe strawberry flavor. Mid-palate, the sweet-sour balance becomes fully apparent — bold and fruit-forward, yet anchored by a rich, bready malt backbone. The overall impression recalls biting into a freshly baked fruit strudel or strawberry pie, with the lambic's natural acidity preventing the sweetness from becoming cloying.

Finish: The finish is dry and well-carbonated, reminiscent of a good champagne, with lingering strawberry and a subtle breadiness. It wraps up clean and refreshing, inviting the next sip almost immediately.

How to Drink Lindemans Strawberry

Serve chilled, ideally between 37–43°F (3–6°C), in a tulip glass or champagne flute to concentrate the aromatics and showcase the beautiful strawberry-blonde pour. This lambic is excellent on its own as an aperitif or dessert accompaniment. It also works in beer cocktails: try a Berliner Bellini by floating a small pour of peach purée into a glass for a fruity sparkling riff; mix it into a Lambic Spritz with elderflower liqueur and a splash of soda for a light summer drink; or use it in a Strawberry Shandy blended with fresh lemonade for an easy, low-ABV refresher.

Best For

• Introducing someone to Belgian lambic-style beers for the first time
• Pairing with a cheese board or dessert course at a dinner party
• Serving as a celebratory pour in place of sparkling wine at brunch
• Gifting to a craft beer enthusiast who appreciates traditional Belgian styles

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lindemans Strawberry taste like? It delivers a vibrant sweet-sour strawberry flavor over a bready malt base, with champagne-like carbonation and a dry, refreshing finish — often compared to drinking a liquid strawberry pastry.

How does Lindemans Strawberry compare to Lindemans Framboise? Lindemans Framboise uses raspberries rather than strawberries, yielding a more tart, berry-forward character with deeper acidity. Lindemans Strawberry leans into a rounder, sweeter fruit profile with a softer sour edge, making it generally more approachable for drinkers new to fruit lambics.

Is Lindemans Strawberry good for beginners? Yes — its low 3.5% ABV, accessible sweet-sour balance, and familiar strawberry flavor make it one of the most beginner-friendly introductions to the world of Belgian lambic beers.

Where is Lindemans Strawberry made? It is brewed by Brouwerij Lindemans in Vlezenbeek, a commune in Flemish Brabant located just southwest of Brussels, Belgium — a region historically renowned for spontaneously fermented lambic production.

What foods pair well with Lindemans Strawberry? Creamy cheeses like brie or mascarpone complement the fruit sweetness nicely. Fresh fruit tarts and cheesecake echo the beer's pastry-like character. Grilled shrimp or light seafood benefit from the beer's acidity. Dark chocolate provides a rich counterpoint to the strawberry, and a simple arugula salad with goat cheese works as a savory contrast.

What sizes does Lindemans Strawberry come in? The standard and most widely available format is the 750ML bottle, which is the traditional large-format size for Belgian lambics meant for sharing.

Is Lindemans Strawberry worth the price? It positions as an accessible, entry-level fruit lambic from one of Belgium's most established lambic producers. Considering the 2022 World Beer Awards Gold Medal and the traditional spontaneous fermentation process behind it, it represents strong value within the specialty Belgian beer category.

Why Lindemans Strawberry?

This was Brouwerij Lindemans' first new fruit lambic addition in more than a decade — a significant statement from a brewery deeply rooted in one of Belgium's oldest brewing traditions. It earned immediate validation with a Gold Medal at the 2022 World Beer Awards for World's Best Fruit Lambic, placing it at the top of a competitive and growing category. The use of hand-picked strawberries blended with spontaneously fermented young lambic produces a sweet-sour balance that is both distinctly traditional and unusually approachable. For anyone exploring Belgian lambics or looking for a naturally fruit-driven beer with genuine provenance, this expression delivers authenticity that mass-market fruit beers simply cannot replicate.