Rodenbach - Alexander (US Only release)

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  1. BottleCaps80

    BottleCaps80 Initiate (0) Jan 12, 2013 Iowa

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    RIDGEFIELD, Conn., March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- RODENBACH Brewery, makers of world class renowned sour beers in the traditional Flanders red style, today announced a limited edition release of its legendary Alexander beer, available only in the United States beginning in April 2016.

    RODENBACH Alexander is a blend of 2/3rd aged RODENBACH (2 year matured beer from oak standing Foeders) and 1/3rd young ale, then macerated with sour cherries. With an ABV of 5.6%, RODENBACH Alexander is offered in draught one-way kegs and 750ML bottles, adorned with the image of Alexander Rodenbach, one of the brewery's founding brothers.

    "We were inspired to brew RODENBACH Alexander over two years ago, due in large part to the popular requests among beer connoisseurs, bar owners and beer lovers throughout the United States," said Rudi Ghequire, master brewer of RODENBACH brewery. "RODENBACH Alexander pays homage to one of our original founders, rewards our loyal customers and simultaneously allows a new generation of craft beer lovers to try our beers."

    RODENBACH Alexander is the first in a series of Limited Edition beers that will be presented in the RODENBACH Limited Edition Sour Series in 2016, a bottle and draught program with special sour brews from the RODENBACH brewery.

    "It's an exciting time for beer lovers across this country," said David van Wees, founder of Latis Imports, US importer for RODENBACH Brewery. "Consumers are enjoying craft beers in record numbers and sour beers such as RODENBACH Alexander is something new and exciting to enjoy on their beer exploration journey."

    About RODENBACH Brewery
    Brewed in Roeselare, Belgium since 1821, BROUWERIJ RODENBACH is the maker of the original sour ale and the leading craft brewer of mixed-fermentation Flanders red-brown beer. Aged in the brewery's 294 oak casks ("foeders"), master brewer Rudi Ghequire uses a process called "positive selection" to craft a perfectly balanced and delicious beer that has received awards and accolades from beer lovers around the world.

    About Latis Imports
    Latis Imports is a specialty beer importer and marketer focused on premium brews. Founded by industry veteran David van Wees, its portfolio includes Belgian beers such as PALM Ale, RODENBACH, BOON Lambics and STEENBRUGGE.
     
    #1 BottleCaps80, Mar 2, 2016
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  2. bubseymour

    bubseymour Grand Pooh-Bah (4,800) Oct 30, 2010 Maryland
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    Kinda excited about this as Rodenbach beers are some of my favorites. Hopefully it's excellent like the others.

    If the price is $20 or less for a 750ml, I'll just grab and buy it without much research. I know Rodenbach has a high baseline for quality. If it's over $20, I'll waiting for others to review it and see how the ratings and review notes pan out before I drop a lot of funds.
     
    #2 bubseymour, Mar 2, 2016
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  3. ONovoMexicano

    ONovoMexicano Initiate (0) Jun 14, 2012 New Mexico

    Sounds great. Rodenbach doesn't distribute to NM though, unfortunately.
     
    #3 ONovoMexicano, Mar 2, 2016
  4. RDMII

    RDMII Initiate (0) Apr 11, 2010 Georgia

    Caractere Rogue runs $21ish, and worth that easily. I wouldn't shy at that price for this gem.
     
    #4 RDMII, Mar 2, 2016
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  5. THANAT0PSIS

    THANAT0PSIS Pooh-Bah (2,275) Aug 3, 2010 Wisconsin
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    I am SO happy this is coming back.
     
    #5 THANAT0PSIS, Mar 2, 2016
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  6. taylordane

    taylordane Initiate (0) Dec 28, 2015 California

    Sweet news. I'm assuming Total Wine/Bevmo will be where they'll mostly go to?
     
    #6 taylordane, Mar 2, 2016
  7. stakem

    stakem Grand Pooh-Bah (4,070) Feb 20, 2009 Pennsylvania
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    I could have swore that I read somewhere that the MSRP is coming in at ~$14.99 for the 750ml which makes it a must buy in my opinion.
     
    #7 stakem, Mar 2, 2016
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  8. tshanahan

    tshanahan Zealot (660) Apr 9, 2015 California
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    Happy they are releasing it again. Excited to try it!
     
    #8 tshanahan, Mar 2, 2016
  9. Budlum

    Budlum Pooh-Bah (2,145) Mar 23, 2006 Maryland
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    So much want.
     
    #9 Budlum, Mar 2, 2016
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  10. ClavisAurea

    ClavisAurea Initiate (0) Jul 4, 2008 New York

    This is a must buy. I've passed on Charactere Rouge in the past bc of price but I think I'll opt for that one during my next haul.
     
    #10 ClavisAurea, Mar 2, 2016
  11. breadwinner

    breadwinner Initiate (0) Mar 6, 2014 California

    Dang, that'd be incredible. The big box stores around here try to charge $23 for Vintage, which is awfully hard to swallow when good old Grand Cru 4-packs are like $15.

    Anyway, all to say, MSRP of $15 is absolutely must-buy territory.
     
    #11 breadwinner, Mar 2, 2016
  12. captaincoffee

    captaincoffee Pooh-Bah (2,218) Jul 10, 2011 Virginia
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    This should be cheaper. Based on the aged vs. young percentages, this appears to be the Grand Cru with cherries. The Characters Rouge is like the Vintage (100% aged) with cherries and other fruits.
     
    #12 captaincoffee, Mar 2, 2016
  13. halo3one

    halo3one Initiate (0) Jun 6, 2014 Georgia

    Will buy by the case load.
     
    #13 halo3one, Mar 2, 2016
  14. StevenSpringer

    StevenSpringer Initiate (0) Sep 26, 2011 California

    Anyone know what the distro into the Bay Area, CA is like?
     
    #14 StevenSpringer, Mar 2, 2016
  15. maltmaster420

    maltmaster420 Initiate (0) Aug 17, 2005 Oregon

    If this comes anywhere close to the original Alexander it will easily be worth $25/bottle.
     
    #15 maltmaster420, Mar 2, 2016
  16. Invinciblejets

    Invinciblejets Pooh-Bah (1,710) Sep 29, 2014 South Carolina
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    Never had it but want to try this bad!
     
    #16 Invinciblejets, Mar 3, 2016
  17. Jonada

    Jonada Savant (1,174) May 23, 2012 New Jersey
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    Shut up and take my money
     
    #17 Jonada, Mar 3, 2016
  18. trbergman

    trbergman Initiate (0) Nov 17, 2006 England

    Now bring back Vin de Cereale
     
    #18 trbergman, Mar 3, 2016
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  19. stealth

    stealth Pooh-Bah (2,023) Dec 16, 2011 Minnesota
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    seconded, vin was glorious.
     
    #19 stealth, Mar 3, 2016
  20. GeorgiaKiwi

    GeorgiaKiwi Initiate (0) Dec 7, 2007 Georgia

    Had the original at a share last year. Wonderful. I will be looking for this.
     
    #20 GeorgiaKiwi, Mar 3, 2016
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