Cinco Campanadas Miel is a nuanced Alternative Sugar Beer that highlights the delicate aromatic profile of orange blossom honey. A robust foundation of five distinct barley malts creates a toasted, bready backbone, while the addition of wheat and oats ensures a smooth, slightly creamy texture. The orange blossom honey contributes elegant floral notes and a whisper of citrus that dances alongside the malt sweetness. It presents a balanced profile where the honey enhances rather than overwhelms the base ale, finishing with a gentle, lingering floral perfume. This 5.5% ABV brew offers a sophisticated interplay between rustic grains and refined nectar.
Appearance.Deep gold to amber (10-14 SRM) with a slight haze from the wheat and oats. Topped by a dense, persistent off-white foam head with fine lacing.
Aroma.Moderate intensity featuring distinctive orange blossom honey—floral, nectar-like, and subtly citrusy. A complex malt base provides supporting notes of toasted bread, crackers, and a hint of caramel. Low spicy hop presence.
Taste.Initial honey-sweetness that transitions into a rich, grainy malt profile. The orange blossom honey provides floral flavor without being cloying. Wheat and oats contribute a soft, bready character. Hop bitterness is low, providing just enough balance to prevent a heavy finish. The aftertaste is clean with a lingering floral honey note.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a notable creaminess and smooth texture derived from the oats and wheat. Moderate carbonation. Very light alcohol warmth that is well-integrated. No astringency.