La Pirata / Galotia Vulcano Sour IPA

Name: La Pirata / Galotia Vulcano Sour IPA
Brand: Beer
SKU: 5bec09b21603da4a318b4a2c
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.45 (601 reviews)

Sour Ale 6.8 º 20 IBU

La Pirata Brewing
Galotia Brewing

This Vulcano Sour IPA erupts with a vibrant fusion of tropical hop aromatics and sharp lactic acidity. A collaboration between La Pirata and Galotia, it balances the punchy, citrus-forward character of a modern IPA with the refreshing, wild edge of a kettle-soured ale. The sensory experience is dominated by bright notes of pineapple, grapefruit, and passion fruit, underpinned by a clean, tart finish. At 6.8% ABV, it offers a substantial presence without sacrificing drinkability, delivering a complex interplay between hop bitterness and acidic crispness that defines the Wild Specialty Beer category.

Appearance. Deep gold to pale amber with a consistent, noticeable haze. Pours with a moderate white head that shows fair retention for a sour, leaving light lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High aromatic intensity featuring punchy tropical fruit notes of mango and pineapple alongside sharp citrus zest. A distinct lactic tartness provides a clean, acidic backdrop, accompanied by very low earthy funk and no detectable diacetyl.

Taste. Initial impression is sharply acidic and refreshing. Mid-palate reveals layers of citrus peel and stone fruit hop flavors. Bitterness is moderate but perceived lower due to the balancing sourness. The fermentation character is clean and lactic, finishing bone-dry with a lingering pithy grapefruit aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a crisp, effervescent carbonation that enhances the acidic prickle. A light, integrated alcohol warmth is present, though the beer remains highly refreshing without astringency.

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