3 Fonteinen Wilde Terf x Brasserie de la Senne

3 Fonteinen’s Wilde Terf x Brasserie de la Senne brings together two pillars of Belgian brewing in a unique wheat-lambic hybrid. it began life in July 2020 as “Terf,” a wheat beer crafted by Brasserie de la Senne using heritage Pajottenland wheat varieties supplied by farmers linked to 3 Fonteinen. some of it was bottled immediately, while the rest aged for three years in oak lambic barrels at 3 Fonteinen’s facility.

in November 2023, this mature barrel-aged wheat base was “lit” with young, fresh lambic—blended at about 55% aged wheat beer to 45% young lambic. the result is a wild ale combining juicy wheat notes with bright lambic acidity, subtle oak tannins, and that distinctive spontaneous fermentation funk.

it’s 6.9% ABV and bottled in 750 ml (some 375 ml), non-pasteurized, unfiltered, and made through natural fermentation. each release (this is assemblage #105, season 22/23, bottled 03 Nov 2023) varies slightly depending on barrel and lambic stock.

flavor-wise you'll notice fresh wheat-beer aromas initially, then zesty sourness layered over apple peel, hay, gentle barnyard funk, and a wisp of oak. drinkers describe it as thirst-quenching, lively, and textured—both playful and serious in a single pour.

it celebrates collaborations not just between breweries, but between brewers and farmers working to maintain old grain varieties with fair pay and deep respect for regional terroir—a meaningful link between the fields of Brabant and the breweries of Brussels.

best enjoyed cool in a tulip glass, it makes a vibrant aperitif and pairs beautifully with tangy cheeses, seafood, charcuterie, or simple pickled dishes. age it a bit for oak and funk to meld further, or pop it open now for bright, lively refreshment.