Lindemans Framboise 250ML is a Belgian raspberry lambic beer at 2.5% ABV, produced through spontaneous fermentation with wild yeast in a 250ml bottle. Named World's Best Framboise at the World Beer Awards 2025, this fruit lambic from one of Belgium's most storied family breweries delivers an intensely raspberry-driven drinking experience that bridges the worlds of beer, cider, and wine. Quick Facts: ABV: 2.5% | Origin: Pajottenland, Belgium | Style: Fruit Lambic | Brewery: Brouwerij Lindemans Production & Heritage Brouwerij Lindemans has been brewing in Vlezenbeek, in the Flemish Brabant region southwest of Brussels, since 1822 — making it one of the oldest active lambic producers in the Senne River Valley's Pajottenland region. The base lambic is brewed from a mashbill of 70% malted barley and 30% unmalted wheat, then left to cool overnight in a shallow copper coolship where wild airborne yeasts native to the valley initiate spontaneous fermentation. After fermentation, 30% raspberry juice by volume is added before filtration and pasteurization; since 2012, sweetness is balanced using the natural sweetener Stevia rather than the artificial sweetener Acesulfame K used previously. Tasting Notes Aroma: Raspberry dominates from the first pour, flooding the glass with ripe, jammy berry fragrance. Underneath, faint hints of bready malt and a subtle lactic tang emerge as it warms slightly. Taste: The entry is evenly balanced between sweetness and tart, sour acidity, with raspberry flavor arriving immediately and staying center stage. At mid-palate, a brief flash of bready malt appears before the fruit reasserts itself. The medium body gives the beer surprising presence despite its low alcohol content. Finish: Delicately tart and crisp, with a zippy acidity that cuts through the sweetness and leaves the palate refreshed. Lingering raspberry flavor fades cleanly without cloying. How to Drink Lindemans Framboise Serve chilled at 40–45°F in a tulip glass or flute to concentrate the aromatics. The deep red color and gentle effervescence make it visually striking in stemware. A Lambic Kir combines a small pour of Framboise with dry Belgian gueuze for a more complex, less sweet aperitif. A Framboise Spritz uses the lambic in place of Aperol alongside prosecco and soda water, letting the real raspberry juice drive the flavor. For dessert drinks, a Raspberry Lambic Float poured over vanilla ice cream turns the beer into an indulgent after-dinner treat that plays off its natural tartness. Best For Introducing non-beer drinkers to the world of Belgian lambics Pairing with a cheese course or chocolate dessert at dinner Warm-weather aperitif when a full-strength beer feels too heavy Gifting to someone curious about spontaneously fermented beers Frequently Asked Questions What does Lindemans Framboise taste like? Lindemans Framboise tastes of ripe raspberry balanced by soft, sour acidity and a light bready malt backbone. It finishes tart and crisp, with the fruit sweetness kept in check by zippy carbonation. How does Lindemans Framboise compare to New Glarus Raspberry Tart? New Glarus Raspberry Tart is a Wisconsin-brewed fruit ale that leans drier and more aggressively sour, with a stronger wild-yeast funk. Lindemans Framboise is sweeter, lower in alcohol at 2.5% ABV, and more approachable for drinkers who prefer fruit-forward flavors over intense tartness. Is Lindemans Framboise good for beginners? Yes — at just 2.5% ABV with prominent raspberry sweetness and gentle acidity, it is one of the most accessible entry points into Belgian lambic beer. Its flavor profile appeals to wine and cider drinkers who may not typically enjoy traditional beer styles. Where is Lindemans Framboise made? Lindemans Framboise is brewed at Brouwerij Lindemans in Vlezenbeek, located in Belgium's Flemish Brabant province within the Pajottenland region of the Senne River Valley — one of the few areas in the world where the wild yeasts required for spontaneous lambic fermentation occur naturally. What foods pair well with Lindemans Framboise? Creamy goat cheese or Brie complement the beer's acidity with rich, tangy contrast. Dark chocolate desserts echo the berry notes without overwhelming them. Fresh fruit tarts create a harmonious raspberry-on-raspberry pairing. Pâté or duck rillettes benefit from the tartness cutting through the fat. Lemon sorbet served alongside makes a refreshing palate cleanser between courses. What sizes does Lindemans Framboise come in? Lindemans Framboise is commonly available in a 250ml bottle as well as a larger 750ml format, making the smaller size convenient for single servings or sampling. Is Lindemans Framboise worth the price? Lindemans Framboise positions as an accessible, entry-level fruit lambic that punches above its price point thanks to authentic spontaneous fermentation and 30% real raspberry juice — production methods that are far more labor-intensive than typical flavored beers in the same range. Why Lindemans Framboise? What separates Lindemans Framboise from the crowded field of fruit-flavored beers is that it is a genuine lambic — spontaneously fermented by wild yeast in a region where that process has been practiced for centuries. The 2025 World Beer Awards recognized it as World's Best Framboise, and it earned a 92/100 from Craft Beer & Brewing alongside a Gold Medal at the 2013 US Open Beer Championship. With 30% real raspberry juice and a 200-year-old brewing tradition behind it, this is not a beer with artificial flavoring bolted onto a neutral base; it is a product of place, wild microbiology, and one family's unbroken commitment to traditional lambic production since 1822.
