L'Ermitage Mutterschiff

Name: L'Ermitage Mutterschiff
Brand: Beer
SKU: 635ac9a81603da6c28d82125
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.82 (220 reviews)

Other Styles 6.3 º

L’Ermitage
Bierol

Mutterschiff is a complex Brett Beer crafted through a 100% Brettanomyces fermentation utilizing a diverse blend of ten unique strains. This collaboration between L’Ermitage and Bierol showcases a vibrant interplay between yeast and hops. Initially, dry-hopping with Callisto and Monroe varieties imparts bright floral notes, red berries, and stone fruit. As the beer ages, the profile shifts from primary fruit toward deep leather, barnyard funk, and earthy complexity. The result is a highly attenuated, crisp experience that captures the 'funky unidentified object' spirit, blending German hop elegance with wild, expressive fermentation character. It is a masterful exploration of hop-yeast synergy.

Appearance. Pale gold to light amber with a slight, persistent haze. Features a moderate, white, rocky head with fair retention and light lacing.

Aroma. High intensity aromatic profile. Young examples lead with stone fruit, apricot, and subtle raspberry from the Monroe and Callisto hops. The complex Brett blend contributes tropical esters and a growing leather and wet hay funk as it matures. No lactic sourness is present.

Taste. Initial flavors of peach, strawberry, and floral blossoms transition into a rustic, earthy yeast character. Hop bitterness is moderate and clean, supporting a finish that is bone-dry and crisp. Older versions display pronounced barnyard and horse blanket funk while remaining highly attenuated and refreshing.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, effervescent carbonation providing a prickly texture. Very low alcohol warmth with a lean, crisp mouthfeel and no astringency.

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