Funky Fluid Tiki Tang: Strawberry & Rhubarb

Name: Funky Fluid Tiki Tang: Strawberry & Rhubarb
Brand: Beer
SKU: 686f714a1603da0079321cb0
Rating: 3.79 (99 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 4 º

Funky Fluid

This Wild Specialty Beer presents a vibrant, cocktail-inspired profile driven by generous additions of strawberry and rhubarb. The sensory experience opens with an assertive, jammy strawberry sweetness immediately countered by the sharp, vegetal acidity of fresh rhubarb. The wild fermentation lends a refreshing tartness and a subtle funk that integrates seamlessly with the fruit pulp. Light and effervescent, it captures the essence of a summer cooler, balancing the rustic edges of an American Wild Ale with a bold, juice-forward character. The finish is crisp and dry, emphasizing the natural tannins and bright acids of the fruit and vegetable components.

Appearance. Hazy, glowing reddish-pink to deep coral. Pours with a moderate pink-tinted head that fades relatively quickly to a thin ring; head retention is generally low with minimal lacing.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics of sun-ripened strawberries and tart, earthy rhubarb. Beneath the fruit lies a clean lactic acidity and a faint, rustic funk typical of a wild fermentation. Very low to no malt presence; no detectable hop aroma.

Taste. Sharp, refreshing tartness upfront. Flavors of sweet strawberry juice are prominent, quickly followed by the distinctively zesty and slightly green snap of rhubarb. Minimal malt sweetness remains, as the wild fermentation and fruit acids provide a lean, dry profile. Bitterness is nearly absent, allowing the fruit tannins and acidity to lead the structure. Finishes clean and puckering with a lingering berry essence.

Mouthfeel. Light-bodied and lean. High carbonation provides a prickly, effervescent sensation that enhances the perception of acidity. No alcohol warmth. A slight, pleasant astringency from the rhubarb skin and strawberry seeds adds texture.

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