A glass pour of Belgian tradition. At Novel Craft, a craft beer dining bar and bottle shop just a short walk from Chitose-Karasuyama Station, Boerenerf's Oude Gueuze 1871 is available by the glass. With house-brewed beers and a carefully chosen selection on offer, the bar makes it easy to start the evening with a rare lambic-based special.

Oude Gueuze 1871 is a traditional old gueuze, blended from young and mature lambics. The name comes from the construction year of the old barn where the beer ages. For Boerenerf, it is a landmark beer, and one of the producer's most symbolic releases. At 6.75% ABV, it has enough structure to show depth while still remaining highly drinkable.

In the glass, expect green apple, pear, and apricot, layered with dry wood and a subtle funky edge. The acidity is clean rather than aggressive, which makes it a good aperitif and a natural partner for aged cheese or savory dishes. For drinkers who already love gueuze, and for those who want to revisit the style in a calm neighborhood beer pub, this is the kind of pour that rewards slow attention.