Cantillon Fou’ Foune 2022 Lambic Fruit Apricot Beer Belgium

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

4.4Untappd

Cantillon Fou’ Foune 2022 pours a hazy, pale golden-amber hue with a wispy, evanescent white head that dissipates quickly — characteristic of the spontaneous fermentation process at the heart of every Cantillon release. The nose is immediately captivating: wave upon wave of ripe Bergeron apricot, fresh peach skin, lemon zest, and a delicate barnyard earthiness underpinned by the wild Brettanomyces character that defines Brussels lambic tradition. On the palate, the mouthfeel is light to medium-bodied with a lively, prickling carbonation that lifts the flavour profile beautifully. The sweetness is restrained — this is not a fruit beer in the conventional sense — yielding instead to a vibrant, mouth-watering acidity that showcases the apricot in its most authentic, sun-ripened expression.

Notes of green apple, white wine, and a whisper of hay weave through the mid-palate alongside a gentle tannic grip from the extended lambic aging. The finish is long, dry, and refreshingly tart, leaving a lingering stone-fruit aftertaste that invites another sip. A world-class Fruit Lambic of exceptional drinkability, yet with sufficient structural complexity to reward careful cellaring. Rated 4.4/5 on Untappd. Explore the full community tasting notes at https://untappd.com/b/brasserie-cantillon-fou-foune-2022/5018738.

Food Pairing

The Cantillon Fou’ Foune 2022 Fruit Lambic shines alongside a classic charcuterie board featuring aged comté, rillettes, and cornichons — the acidity slicing through richness with precision. It is equally compelling paired with pan-seared foie gras or duck liver terrine, where the apricot character mirrors traditional accompaniments while the dry lambic acidity provides a palate-cleansing counterbalance. Serve well chilled at 6–8°C for peak expression.

Cantillon Fou’ Foune (2022)