1989 Brewing Acid Voltage

Name: 1989 Brewing Acid Voltage
Brand: Beer
SKU: 655b98491603da2a792e963e
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.73 (14 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 8 º

1989 Brewing
Paname Brewing Company

Acid Voltage is a high-intensity Wild Specialty Beer that balances aggressive acidity with lush fruit character. This collaboration between 1989 Brewing and Paname Brewing Company delivers an imperial-strength profile where vibrant, tropical passion fruit and soft, juicy peach aromas collide. A smoothing touch of vanilla rounds out the sharp edges of the wild fermentation, adding a creamier, dessert-like dimension to the nose. At 8% ABV, the beer provides a structured warmth that supports the deep, tart fruit layers. The interplay between the electric acidity and the decadent vanilla finish creates a complex sensory experience that is both refreshing and substantial.

Appearance. Pours a hazy, deep golden to apricot-orange (6–9 SRM). The head is off-white and moderately sized but fades relatively quickly to a thin ring, leaving minimal lacing, which is common in higher-ABV sours.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics featuring sharp, tangy passion fruit and sweet, floral peach. A distinct creamy vanilla note softens the fruit punch. Subtle funk and a clean, sharp lactic acidity are present, with very low crackery malt in the background.

Taste. The initial impression is one of bracing tartness, followed immediately by an explosion of passion fruit and ripe peach. The malt flavor is minimal, acting as a neutral stage for the fruit. A smooth vanilla character emerges mid-palate, tempering the acidity. Hop bitterness is absent, and the finish is lingering and tart with a ghost of fruit sweetness.

Mouthfeel. Medium to medium-full body, which is heavier than a standard sour due to the 8% ABV and vanilla additions. Carbonation is moderate. A noticeable but well-integrated alcohol warmth is present, with no harsh astringency.

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