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Allagash Brewing Company Fox Leap
Fruit Lambic 8.3 º
This complex Wild Specialty Beer showcases the artistry of blending, marrying a portion aged twelve months in bourbon barrels with another soured for eighteen months in stainless steel. The addition of local Balaton and Montmorency cherries provides a vibrant sensory experience defined by bright, tart cherry notes and a sophisticated, balanced sourness. Underlying the fruit, one finds rich malty undertones and subtle whispers of vanilla and toasted oak from the wood. The resulting profile is a harmonious leap into deep stone fruit character, supported by a funk-forward wild fermentation and a warming, well-integrated finish that balances acidity with barrel complexity.
Appearance. Deep ruby to garnet with brilliant clarity, though a slight haze from the heavy fruit addition is present. The head is pinkish-white with moderate to poor retention, typical of high-acidity wild ales, leaving thin lacing.
Aroma. High intensity aromatics of tart Montmorency cherries and darker Balaton cherry skins. A distinct wild fermentation character presents as leathery funk and earthy Brettanomyces notes, complemented by a sharp lactic acidity. Subtle bourbon-derived vanilla, oak, and a hint of caramel malt provide a sturdy background.
Taste. An initial impression of bright, sharp acidity is immediately followed by layers of fresh cherry juice and skin. The malt flavor provides a bready, slightly toasted backbone that balances the sourness. Oak tannins and light bourbon notes contribute structure and complexity. Bitterness is very low, as the profile is driven by acidity. The finish is quite dry and lingering, with a persistent tart cherry aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-bodied with a crisp, moderate to high carbonation that scrubs the palate. A noticeable alcohol warmth is present but smooth. A light tannic astringency from the cherry skins and barrel aging adds a drying texture and perceived depth.
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Fox Leap Allagash
Description Sour – Fruited – Bottle 375ml – 8.3% A robust sour ale aged in bourb ...on barrels and then aged on fresh, locally grown cherries.
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Sour – Fruited – Bottle 375ml – 8.3%
A robust sour ale aged in bourbon barrels and then aged on fresh, locally grown cherries.
Sour – Fruited – Bottle 375ml – 8.3%
A robust sour ale aged in bourbon barrels and then aged on fresh, locally grown cherries.
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Allagash Foxleap 8.4% (375ml)
Sour ale aged in bourbon barrels and then aged on fresh, locally grown cherries.
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Sour ale aged in bourbon barrels and then aged on fresh, locally grown cherries.
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