La Bretteuse
La Bretteuse
La Bretteuse is an IPA aged at length in Pinot noir et Zinfandel barrels, which contain a large amount of brettanomyces. As a result of this process, this cloudy beer with hints of orange reveals a nose of rose water, grapefruit and vanilla. The acidity and bitterness of the palate engage in a long nuptial waltz, creating a delightful combination of flavours just waiting to be consumed.
- Type
- Barrel Aged Brett IPA
- Aging time
- 18 mois
- Format(s)
- 750 ML
- Alcool
- 7.5%
- Barrel type
- Zinfandel and Pinot noir
- Appearance
- Orangy and cloudy
- Aromas
- Rose water, vanilla and grapefruit
- Taste
- Acidulous, vinous and bitter
- Final
- Fruity and tasty
- Food pairings
- Grilled meat, strong cheeses, rosemary lamb, Indian food
- Operating temperature
- 4 to 6 celcius
- Gasification
- Natural
- Yeast
- Ale + Brettanomyces
- Creation date
- 25 January 2013
2014 World Beer Awards (UK) The Americas Bronze Experimental Speciality
2013 Canadian Brewing Awards (Canada) Médaille d’Argent, Wood and Barrel Aged Sour Beer
2013 World Beer Awards (UK) World’s Best Speciality Beer
Did you know that
It is uncommon for IPAs to undergo a flavour maturation process; it is indeed the only one of its kind among the TDD’s products. Its hoppy profile mitigates the reaction with Bacillus, which forces the Brettanomyces to transform the non-fermentable sugars into alcohol. The Pinot noir and Zinfandel barrels, used in equal proportion, also have a strong influence and give the beer the desired vinous texture.
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Who it is for
Procrastinators, slackers and anyone who like to put their feet on a table, their chair on two legs and slowly enjoy a great beer.
