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Beer of the Week: Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus Lambic

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WASHINGTON — Looking for a classic taste of Belgium without hopping on a plane? This will get the job done.

WTOP’s Brennan Haselton is joined by Neighborhood Restaurant Group Beer Director and James Beard Award nominee Greg Engert to talk about Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus Lambic for the latest edition of WTOP’s Beer of the Week.

Quick facts:

Cantillon Brewery | Brussels, Belgium
Brewery description: Made with a blend of lambics and raspberries, this beer features a slightly acidic, fruity and fragrant taste.
ABV: 5.5 percent
Greg’s pairing suggestions: Fried chicken, pulled pork, duck of any kind, steak fajitas or simple grilled cheese sandwich (brie, fontina or cheddar).

Brennan Haselton

In 2000, Brennan Haselton took a job at WTOP as reporter and anchor, and that's where he has been ever since (with the exception of a brief return to Seattle in 2005). He is a two-time winner of the national Edward R. Murrow Award, and winner of the National Headliner Grand Award.