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Sour & Lambic Beers – Tart, Funky & Unforgettable

Chilled glass of sour lambic beer, showcasing a deep amber hue and frothy head, served on a rustic wooden table, highlighting the unique craft of Belgian spontaneous fermentation.

Explore the vibrant world of Sour Beer and Lambic Beer at TheCru.ie — home to one of Ireland’s best selections of complex, wild-fermented and fruit-infused brews. Whether you're a seasoned sour drinker or just curious about trying something new, our rotating collection features everything from Belgian classics to modern kettle sours, all available for nationwide delivery across Ireland.

What Is Sour Beer?

Sour beers are intentionally tart, often with bright acidity and complex funk. Brewers use wild yeast, bacteria like lactobacillus, or mixed fermentation to achieve those signature flavours. Styles range from refreshing and citrusy to deep and funky, depending on how the beer is soured and aged.

What Is Lambic Beer?

Lambic is a traditional Belgian beer brewed using spontaneous fermentation — allowing natural airborne yeasts to ferment the beer. This results in a truly unique flavour profile that’s earthy, dry, tart, and often blended or fruit-aged. Styles like Gueuze, Kriek, and Framboise showcase the best of traditional Lambic brewing.

Popular Sour & Lambic Styles We Stock:

  • Gueuze – A blend of young and old lambics, dry and funky with cider-like acidity

  • Kriek & Framboise – Fruit Lambics aged with cherries or raspberries, sweet-tart and vibrant

  • Berliner Weisse – Light, zippy wheat sours, often citrusy and low-ABV

  • Gose – Slightly salty, often brewed with coriander and fruit

  • Flanders Red Ale / Oud Bruin – Deep, dark and wine-like with balsamic complexity

  • Kettle Sours – Bright, fast-soured beers often loaded with fruit

We also carry Irish sours from innovative local breweries, putting a homegrown twist on this international style.

Craft Beer Delivery – Ireland-Wide

Whether you're looking to buy sour beer online in Ireland or stock up on classic Belgian lambics, TheCru.ie has you covered. Order online for fast delivery across Ireland or Click & Collect from our Dublin 15 store.

Want to explore without the guesswork? Try our craft beer subscription — a monthly box featuring new favourites from across the spectrum, including sours and seasonal specials.

FAQs – Sour & Lambic Beers

What is the difference between sour beer and lambic beer?
All lambics are sour, but not all sours are lambics. Lambics use wild, spontaneous fermentation in Belgium, while other sour beers (like Berliner Weisse or Gose) may use controlled souring techniques like kettle souring.

Are sour beers sweet or dry?
It depends on the style. Berliner Weisse and Gueuze are usually dry and tart, while fruit lambics like Kriek or Framboise offer a mix of sweetness and sourness.

Do you deliver lambic and sour beers across Ireland?
Yes — we offer fast craft beer delivery across Ireland. Orders ship from our Dublin base and typically arrive within a few working days.

What’s the best sour beer to try first?
If you're new to sours, try a Berliner Weisse or Gose for something light and approachable. If you want more depth, go for a Gueuze or Flanders Red Ale.

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