Anderson's Brewery Kirss Me

Name: Anderson's Brewery Kirss Me
Brand: Beer
SKU: 682608011603da5c2e697f9f
Rating: 3.52 (189 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 5.9 º

Anderson’s Brewery

This Wild Specialty Beer offers a vibrant sensory journey defined by the addition of real cherries. It presents an inviting interplay between a sharp lactic tartness and the deep, juicy essence of stone fruit. The wild fermentation imparts a complex funk—reminiscent of wet hay and earthy notes—that beautifully complements the bright fruit acidity. While the character suggests a sweet-and-sour profile, the sweetness manifests as a lush fruit roundness rather than heavy sugar, balanced by a crisp, refreshing finish. Effervescent and lively, it showcases the brewer's intent to marry rustic fermentation complexity with intense, natural fruit character.

Appearance. Deep ruby to garnet color (20-25 SRM) with brilliant clarity. The head is pink-tinted, moderately sized with fair retention, leaving light lacing as it recedes.

Aroma. High intensity aroma of fresh, tart cherries and cherry skins. A prominent wild character follows, featuring earthy funk, leathery notes, and sharp lactic acidity. Malt is very low, appearing only as a faint crackery backdrop; hop aroma is absent.

Taste. Immediate impact of tart, juicy cherries followed by a puckering but clean lactic sourness. The sweetness is perceived as fruit-derived richness rather than residual sugar. Complexity is high, with subtle tannins and a background of rustic funk. Hop bitterness is negligible, allowing acidity to provide structure. The finish is dry, crisp, and lingering with a persistent cherry skin aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with prickly, high carbonation that enhances the perceived acidity. Very low alcohol warmth. A slight tannic astringency from the fruit skins adds texture without being harsh or drying.

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