This Wild Specialty Beer presents a complex tapestry of fruit and botanical layers. Vibrant notes of tart raspberry and deep blackberry lead the sensory profile, while watermelon provides a refreshing, aqueous sweetness. The inclusion of toasted coconut adds a subtle, creamy richness that softens the lactic tang, complemented by the velvety texture of milk sugar. A cooling, aromatic lift of fresh mint weaves through the finish, creating a unique and multi-dimensional experience. It balances sharp acidity with a plush body, offering a playful sensory journey where the diverse ingredients and clean fermentation character converge harmoniously without any overwhelming hop presence.
Appearance.Deep reddish-purple to magenta with a saturated, hazy opacity. The head is a pinkish-white foam with moderate to low retention, leaving light lacing as it recedes.
Aroma.High intensity. Bold aromas of jammy raspberry and blackberry dominate, followed by a sweet, candy-like watermelon scent. The toasted coconut provides a nutty, tropical undertone, while a distinct herbal freshness from the mint adds complexity. A clean lactic sourness is present, with very low malt character and no hop aroma.
Taste.The initial impression is a bright, tart acidity followed quickly by a wave of mixed berry fruitiness. Raspberry and blackberry provide a sharp, tangy core, while the watermelon adds a light, juicy sweetness. Toasted coconut and milk sugar contribute a mid-palate roundness and subtle sweetness that balances the sourness. The finish is punctuated by a refreshing mint coolness that lingers alongside the fruit skins. Very low hop bitterness.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body, which is higher than typical wild ales due to the addition of milk sugar and heavy fruit. Carbonation is moderate. There is a notable creaminess and silkiness on the tongue, with no perceptible alcohol warmth and a clean, refreshing finish.