This vibrant Wild Specialty Beer captures a kaleidoscopic array of fruit and fermentation character. A sparkling, effervescent pour leads with an immediate punch of bright, tart cherries, evoking memories of fresh orchard fruit. The inclusion of aromatic vanilla beans provides a sophisticated, rounding counterpoint to the acidity, offering a creamy, dessert-like aromatic quality without cloying sweetness. A delicate, wild acidity weaves through the profile, providing a refreshing tartness that dances across the palate. Crisp and remarkably lively, the finish is bone-dry and invigorating, leaving a lingering trace of cherry skin and soft vanilla bean on the tongue.
Appearance.Pours a brilliant, deep ruby-red to soft pink hue (10–15 SRM) with a light pinkish head that forms quickly but recedes to a fine rim. High clarity with a persistent, fine-bubbled effervescence.
Aroma.High intensity of tart, fresh-picked cherries dominates. Significant secondary notes of aromatic vanilla beans provide a marshmallow-like sweetness. Beneath the fruit and spice lies a clean lactic acidity and a subtle, earthy funk characteristic of wild fermentation.
Taste.Initial impression is sharply tart and fruity, featuring assertive cherry flavors that mimic the juice and skin. The vanilla beans emerge mid-palate, smoothing the lactic bite and providing a perceived sweetness. Hop bitterness is negligible, allowing the fruit acidity to drive the balance. Finishes very dry and clean with a lingering tart fruit character.
Mouthfeel.Light-bodied and highly carbonated, creating a prickly, 'sparkling' sensation on the tongue. Minimal alcohol warmth. A very slight tannin-driven astringency from the cherries adds structure and enhances the dry finish.
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