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Condal Sapiens 2018
Condal Sapiens 2018 presents an elevated take on the Straight Sour Beer, blending the structural depth of a high-gravity Pale Ale base with a year of patient maturation alongside wild bacteria. The sensory experience is defined by a sharp, clean lactic acidity reminiscent of lemon zest and tart green apples, underpinned by a delicate biscuity and crackery pale malt profile. A full year of aging integrates the 8% ABV into a subtle, warming presence that avoids harshness. Effervescent and bright, the beer balances its dominant sourness with light stone fruit esters, resulting in a sophisticated, bone-dry finish with refined barrel-aged character.
Appearance. Very pale straw to light gold (3 SRM). Features a large, dense white head with poor retention due to high acidity. Clarity is generally clear but may exhibit a slight haze from the wild fermentation process.
Aroma. High intensity of sharply sour lactic character. Dominant scents of lemon and tart green apple are supported by moderate fruity esters of peach and apricot. The malt presence is low to moderate, offering a clean biscuity and grainy crackery note. Hop aroma is entirely absent.
Taste. The initial impression is one of clean, powerful lactic sourness, which remains the dominant feature without becoming vinegary. A subtle bready and biscuity pale malt flavor provides a necessary backbone. No hop bitterness or flavor is detected. Moderate citrusy fruitiness and tart apple notes lead into a crisp, dry finish with a lingering, clean acidic aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, effervescent carbonation. Despite the high 8% ABV, the alcohol provides only a gentle, well-integrated warmth. Crisp acidity provides a refreshing, sharp mouth-puckering sensation without astringency.
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