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Cascade Brewing Apricot (2016)
Fruit Lambic 7.2 º
This vintage Northwest sour ale presents an intense sensory exploration of the apricot. A foundation of oak-aged blond ales provides a complex, vinous backdrop for a massive addition of fresh Pacific Northwest apricots. The initial impression is one of bright, sun-ripened fruit and skin-driven tannins, evolving into deeper notes of apricot preserves and dried fruit. The time spent in oak wine barrels for up to fourteen months contributes a subtle vanilla and wood structure that tames the sharp, lactic acidity. It is an assertive Wild Specialty Beer that balances aggressive tartness with a rich, multifaceted stone fruit character and a bone-dry, effervescent finish.
Appearance. Pours a luminous deep gold to burnt orange, reminiscent of apricot nectar. A thin, white head forms but dissipates quickly due to high acidity and barrel aging, leaving a faint ring of lacing. Displays a slight to moderate haze from the significant fruit volume.
Aroma. High intensity aromatics of fresh and jammy apricots dominate the foreground. Beneath the fruit lies a complex web of lactic tartness, subtle Brettanomyces funk (damp hay, earthy), and a distinct vinous quality from the oak wine barrels. Very low malt presence and no hop aroma.
Taste. Leading with a sharp, puckering lactic acidity that immediately highlights the apricot flavor. The fruit manifests as both tart fresh skin and sweet, concentrated preserves. Mid-palette reveals oak tannins and a hint of white wine character. The finish is very dry and acidic, with a lingering, floral apricot aftertaste and minimal hop bitterness.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a prickly, high carbonation that enhances the perceived acidity. A light astringency from the oak and fruit skins adds structure. Despite the dryness, there is a certain juicy weight from the fruit esters, accompanied by a mild alcohol warmth.
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Cascade Brewing - Apricot - 2016
Aroma's van verse en gedroogde abrikozen worden aangevuld met een zure toets en aanhoudende tone ...n van ingemaakte abrikozen. Deze Northwest sour ale is een mix van blonde alesoorten die tot 14 maanden in eikenhouten wijnvaten met verse abrikozen hebben gerijpt.
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Aroma's van verse en gedroogde abrikozen worden aangevuld met een zure toets en aanhoudende tonen van ingemaakte abrikozen. Deze Northwest sour ale is een mix van blonde alesoorten die tot 14 maanden in eikenhouten wijnvaten met verse abrikozen hebben gerijpt.
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