Kasteel Rouge

<p>An interesting fruit beer made by top fermentation. It has a beautiful ruby-brown color and a high for such beverages strength of 8%. It is produced by the legendary Van Honsebrouck company by mixing dark Kasteel Donker and cherry liqueur, which is used in the confectionery industry. After fermentation, Kasteel Rouge is placed in oak barrels, where it matures for at least six months. The variety is valued not only for its unique flavor, but also for its long shelf life, which is several years.</p> <p><br /><strong>Flavor characteristics</strong></p> <p><br />The drink has a tart, smooth, complex taste dominated by notes of cherry, candy, caramelized malt. The aftertaste is long and sweet, without being sugary. In the aroma you can feel the shades of brown sugar, malt and dark cherry.</p> <p><br /><strong>Gastronomic combinations</strong></p> <p><br />In restaurants Kasteel Rouge is often offered as an aperitif. The beer also goes well with kebabs, ham, cheeses, salami, rice and vegetable dishes and desserts.</p>