La Calavera Jellyfish

Name: La Calavera Jellyfish
Brand: Beer
SKU: 5c46f1d11603dae1528b4833
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.8 (840 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 7.5 º

La Calavera

This Wild Specialty Beer presents a complex interplay between dark malt depth and vibrant fruit acidity. The base black sour profile offers nuanced roasted notes that intertwine with the bright, tart character of whole cherries. Aging in cognac barrels introduces sophisticated layers of toasted oak, vanilla, and a hint of distilled grape essence, softening the sharp lactic acidity. Expect a funky, wild fermentation profile that marries the fruity esters with the dark malt backbone. The finish is dry and tannic, driven by both the fruit skins and the wood, making for a multi-layered sensory experience that balances decadence with refreshing tartness.

Appearance. Deep mahogany to opaque ebony (SRM 35-40). A thin, fleeting head of tan foam settles quickly into a fine ring, showing moderate lacing. Slight haze may be present due to the fruit additions and wild cultures.

Aroma. High intensity. Dominant aromas of tart red cherries and dark chocolate are supported by a complex wild funk including leathery Brettanomyces and sharp lactic acid. The cognac barrels contribute significant notes of vanilla, dried raisins, and toasted oak, with a subtle floral alcohol presence.

Taste. The initial impression is sharply tart, immediately followed by rich cherry juice and dark malt flavors of unsweetened cocoa and toasted crust. Moderate lactic sourness is balanced by wood tannins and cognac-derived fruitiness. Hop bitterness is negligible, allowing the acidity to provide structure. The finish is very dry and lingering, with a final echo of oak and stone fruit.

Mouthfeel. Medium body, though the acidity makes it feel leaner on the palate. Moderate to high carbonation provides a prickly sensation. A noticeable alcohol warmth is present from the cognac aging, accompanied by a light, drying astringency from the cherry skins and wood.

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