Green Bench Brewing Co Shock the Monkey

Name: Green Bench Brewing Co Shock the Monkey
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6282ce65aedfcf06ef60a397
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.97 (101 reviews)

Sour Ale 6 º

Green Bench Brewing Co

Shock the Monkey presents a sophisticated sensory journey, blending the sharp, refreshing profile of a Straight Sour Beer with the nuanced influence of Calvados barrel aging. A vibrant lactic sourness leads the charge, immediately met by the aromatic elegance of tart green apple and subtle orchard fruit esters. The time spent in Calvados barrels introduces layers of dried apple skin and a whisper of oak, which complement the lean, crackery malt base. Effervescent and bright, this golden ale offers a clean, bone-dry finish where the acidity remains crisp without becoming vinegary, delivering a complex yet highly drinkable expression of wild fermentation and barrel integration.

Appearance. Pale gold (3-4 SRM) with a slight, hazy luminescence. It pours with a dense white head that dissipates rapidly, leaving minimal lacing, consistent with its high acidity and effervescent nature.

Aroma. High intensity lactic sourness dominates, characterized by sharp lemon and tart apple notes. The Calvados barrels contribute a distinct apple brandy fruitiness and a hint of aged oak. Malt aroma is low, presenting as light biscuit or saltine cracker, with no detectable hop presence.

Taste. A clean, sharp lactic acidity provides an immediate impact, supported by a subtle bready and crackery malt backbone. The flavor is defined by layers of tart apple and citrus, enhanced by the Calvados influence which adds depth to the fruit character. It finishes very dry and crisp with no hop bitterness or flavor, leaving a lingering, refreshing tartness.

Mouthfeel. Light-bodied and highly carbonated, creating a prickly, effervescent sensation on the palate. The acidity is crisp and mouth-watering, with a very subtle alcohol warmth that stays well-integrated and smooth.

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