Oud Beersel

Oud Beersel

Oud Beersel is a renowned Belgian brewery located in Beersel, near Brussels. It is one of the last remaining authentic lambic breweries in Belgium and is known for its traditional brewing methods.

History

Oud Beersel was established in 1882 by Henri Vandervelden. The brewery has been passed down through generations and has maintained its traditional brewing methods. Despite facing closure in 2002, the brewery was revived in 2005 by Gert Christiaens and Roland De Bus, who continue to uphold the traditional brewing methods.

Brewing Process

Oud Beersel is known for its traditional lambic brewing process. This involves spontaneous fermentation, where the beer is exposed to wild yeasts and bacteria native to the Zenne valley. The beer is then aged in wooden barrels for up to three years. This process results in a unique, complex flavor profile that is characteristic of Oud Beersel's beers.

Beers

Oud Beersel produces a range of beers, including:

• Oude Geuze: A blend of one, two, and three year old lambics. It is known for its champagne-like effervescence and complex flavor profile.
• Oude Kriek: A lambic beer fermented with sour cherries. The cherries are added whole, including the pits, which contribute to the beer's unique flavor.
• Bersalis: A line of top-fermented beers, including a Tripel and a Sourblend.

Visiting the Brewery

Oud Beersel offers guided tours of the brewery, where visitors can learn about the traditional lambic brewing process and taste the beers. The brewery also has a shop where visitors can purchase their beers.

See Also

• Belgian beer
• Lambic
• Brewery

References

• Oud Beersel Official Website

External Links

• Oud Beersel Official Website
• Oud Beersel on Beer Advocate
• Oud Beersel on Untappd