Basic Brewing Radio 05-30-13 Cantillon's Jean van Roy
May 29, 2013
Phillip Lamb chats with Jean van Roy, the owner and brewmaster of the legendary Cantillon Brewery in Brussels, famed for its traditional lambic beers. They dive into the artistry of lambic brewing, discussing the unique fermentation processes and the charm of using second-hand barrels. Jean shares insights on the rising popularity of sour beers in North America and how traditional recipes hold their ground against modern trends. The conversation also playfully explores using lambics in cooking, encouraging culinary experimentation.
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HORAL Conflict
- Jean Van Roy refuses to join HORAL, a group of Gueuze producers.
- He believes they promote less traditional Gueuze, unlike Cantillon's 100-year-old recipe.
Lambic Revival
- Demand for traditional Lambic has grown since the late 90s, thanks to renewed interest in craft beers.
- This shift is largely attributed to North American influence, reviving traditional Lambic.
Homebrewing Lambic
- Homebrewing Lambic is possible, but maintaining a slow, gradual temperature drop during inoculation is crucial.
- This allows the right yeasts to establish for a balanced fermentation.