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Bright Brewery Cucumber & Basil Sour
This Straight Sour Beer presents a vibrant sensory interplay between garden-fresh botanicals and crisp fermentation. The aroma is dominated by the cooling, green essence of fresh cucumber, seamlessly layered with the aromatic, sweet herbal notes of Italian basil. A tangy kettle-soured profile provides a sharp lactic acidity reminiscent of lemon zest, supported by a subtle crackery malt base. The addition of sea salt enhances the palate, brightening the vegetal flavors and leading to a remarkably refreshing, bone-dry finish. Effervescent and light, this ale balances its acidic pop with an easy-drinking, savory brightness that emphasizes the unique botanical adjuncts and clean fermentation character.
Appearance. Very pale straw (2–3 SRM) with a slight haze from the botanical additions. Features a large, dense white head with poor retention and minimal lacing, typical of the style and salt content.
Aroma. High intensity of fresh-cut cucumber and peppery, sweet Italian basil. A sharp, clean lactic sourness provides a dominant lemony character. Malt is subtle, showing as light crackery or bready notes. No hop aroma or fermentation funk is present.
Taste. Initial impression is a sharp, clean lactic acidity that dominates the palate. Fresh cucumber and sweet basil flavors are prominent, supported by a noticeable dash of sea salt that enhances the savory-botanical profile. Malt flavor is low, contributing a grainy, crackery backbone. Bitterness is undetectable. The finish is crisp, off-dry, and refreshing with a lingering herbal brightness.
Mouthfeel. Light-bodied with high, effervescent carbonation. Features a crisp, tongue-tingling acidity. No alcohol warmth is perceived given the low ABV, and the salt adds a slight perceived fullness without heaviness.
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Bright Cucumber & Basil Sour 355ml
Brewery: Bright BreweryOrigin: AustraliaStyle: Sour - OtherABV: 4.0% Savour the mouth-watering fresh ... and a tangy, kettle-soured twist.Brewer’s Notes: “A refreshing sour ale brewed with heaps of real cucumber and basil. T ...
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Brewery: Bright BreweryOrigin: AustraliaStyle: Sour - OtherABV: 4.0% Savour the mouth-watering freshness and an acidic pop from cool cucumber and sweet basil, paired swimmingly with a dash of sea salt and a tangy, kettle-soured twist.Brewer’s Notes: “A refreshing sour ale brewed with heaps of real cucumber and basil. T
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Bright Cucumber & Basil Sour
Back by VERY popular demand! As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to savour the mouth-wate ...ea salt and a tangy, kettle-soured twist. Brewer’s Notes:“Refreshing and easy to sip, this sour has a solid cucumber base perfectly complemented by the subtle hint of basil.” – Bright Brew ...
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Bright Cucumber & Basil Sour - Mr West
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Back by VERY popular demand! As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to savour the mouth-watering freshness and acidic pop from cool cucumber and sweet basil. Paired swimmingly with a dash of sea salt and a tangy, kettle-soured twist.
Brewer’s Notes:“Refreshing and easy to sip, this sour has a solid cucumber base perfectly complemented by the subtle hint of basil.” – Bright Brewery
Brewer’s Notes:“Refreshing and easy to sip, this sour has a solid cucumber base perfectly complemented by the subtle hint of basil.” – Bright Brewery
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