Brasserie Flore Avalanche De Cassis Et Figue is a vibrant Wild Specialty Beer that showcases an assertive interplay between dark fruit and lactic tartness. The blackcurrant (cassis) dominates the profile with its characteristic sharp, tangy berry notes, while the addition of fig lends a subtle, earthy depth and a hint of honey-like complexity to the mid-palate. Fermented as a kettle sour, the beer presents a clean, refreshing acidity that lifts the fruit aromatics. The result is a highly drinkable, dry, and fruit-forward experience where the intense purple berry character is balanced by the rustic, dark fruit nuances of the fig.
Appearance.Deep ruby to royal purple with a vibrant, pink-tinted head that shows moderate to poor retention. Slight haze is present from the high fruit concentration (80g/L cassis and 40g/L fig).
Aroma.High aromatic intensity characterized by sharp blackcurrant, offering notes of tart dark berries and a hint of bramble. The fig contributes a lower-register, jammy, and slightly earthy sweetness. Clean lactic acidity provides a lemony backdrop, with no significant hop aroma.
Taste.The initial impression is a sharp, refreshing lactic tartness. Intense blackcurrant flavors provide a puckering berry acidity, followed by the more subtle, savory, and seedy earthiness of fermented figs. The finish is bone-dry and crisp, with the fruit sugars fully attenuated, leaving behind only the esters and skin-tannin character. Bitterness is negligible.
Mouthfeel.Light body with a crisp, effervescent carbonation that enhances the perceived acidity. A very slight tannin-driven astringency from the blackcurrant skins provides structure, while the alcohol remains well-hidden and refreshing.