3 Sons Brewing Co. Boysen Tha Hood Vanilla

Name: 3 Sons Brewing Co. Boysen Tha Hood Vanilla
Brand: Beer
SKU: 68ae57c9c9ad06c27308ad2f
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.16 (94 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 8 º

3 Sons Brewing Co.

This Imperial Wild Specialty Beer from 3 Sons Brewing Co. presents a masterful balance of aggressive fruit and smooth sweetness. Vibrant, jammy notes of boysenberry and the sharp, earthy tang of black currant dominate the profile, driven by a crisp wild fermentation. The addition of Madagascar vanilla creates a creamy, aromatic bridge that tempers the potent lactic acidity, imparting a luxurious, dessert-like quality. At 8% ABV, the beer carries a substantial presence on the palate, where the dark berry depth meets a soft, floral spice. It is a bold, complex expression where the rustic character of the base beer is elevated by lush, concentrated fruit.

Appearance. Opaque, deep purple to maroon color (SRM 35+). Features a thick, pinkish-purple head with moderate retention that leaves significant staining and lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics of tart boysenberry and earthy black currant. The Madagascar vanilla provides a strong, floral, and creamy sweetness that integrates with a clean lactic tartness and very light funky esters from the wild fermentation.

Taste. Initial impression is a burst of jammy boysenberry and sharp black currant fruitiness. A firm lactic acidity provides a bright tang, which is quickly softened by the smooth, rich flavor of Madagascar vanilla. The balance is fruit-forward and acidic but perceived as medium-sweet due to the vanilla. The finish is long and fruit-heavy with a clean, tart aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a velvety, mouth-coating creaminess. Carbonation is moderate. A noticeable but gentle alcohol warmth is present, consistent with its 8% strength, with no significant tannin or astringency.

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