Avery Brewing Co. Raspberry Sour (October 2015)

Name: Avery Brewing Co. Raspberry Sour (October 2015)
Brand: Beer
SKU: 680b6b001603da6a514233c6
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.07 (123 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 6.5 º

Avery Brewing Company

This Wild Specialty Beer is a vibrant, sensory-driven expression of fruit and funk. A bold, jammy essence of fresh raspberries leads the profile, integrated with the house Avery wild culture that provides a sharp, clean lactic acidity. Barrel aging in oak adds structural layers of vanillin and toasted wood, grounding the bright fruit notes. At 6.5% ABV, it strikes a balance between refreshment and complexity, offering a dry, tannic finish. The interplay of Brettanomyces-derived earthy notes and the acidic pop of red berries creates a sophisticated, multi-dimensional drinking experience with a crisp, wine-like elegance.

Appearance. Deep ruby-red to magenta with a slight, natural haze. Pours with a thin, pink-tinted head that dissipates quickly into a fine ring, leaving minimal lacing due to the high acidity.

Aroma. High intensity. Intensely aromatic raspberries dominate, presenting as both fresh fruit and jam. Secondary notes of funky Brettanomyces, resembling damp hay and light leather, follow. A clean, sharp lactic sourness is evident, with very low pale malt background and no discernible hop aroma.

Taste. The initial impression is a burst of tart raspberries and assertive lactic sourness. The fruit flavor is realistic and vibrant, lacking residual sweetness. Mid-palette reveals subtle oak tannins and a hint of vanilla from the barrel. Malt character is minimal, providing just enough cracker-like base to support the acidity. The finish is bone dry and crisp with a lingering raspberry skin tartness.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high carbonation that creates a prickly, effervescent sensation. A light oak-derived astringency provides structure. Alcohol warmth is light and well-integrated. No syrupy texture is present; the mouthfeel is lean and cleansing.

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