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La Source Beer Co. FIVE - Gentian Sour
Other Styles 6.7 º
FIVE is a complex Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer that reimagines the ancient gruit tradition through a contemporary sour lens. The profile is defined by a bracing lactic acidity that amplifies the botanical depth of Gentian roots. These roots impart a distinctive, earthy, and medicinal bitterness reminiscent of alpine aperitifs. This herbal intensity is brightened by the aromatic lift of orange zest, providing a zesty citrus counterpoint. At 6.7% ABV, the beer offers a structured mouthfeel that carries the interplay of sharp sourness and root-driven bitterness into a bone-dry, lingering finish that emphasizes its unique botanical heritage.
Appearance. Golden-amber to copper in color with a slight haze; produces a thin, white head with moderate retention and fine lacing.
Aroma. Moderate to high intensity; sharp lactic tartness dominates initially, followed by earthy, woodsy, and slightly medicinal notes from Gentian roots. Bright, floral orange zest adds a distinctive citrus top note. No hop aroma is present, allowing the herbal gruit character to lead.
Taste. Immediate sharp acidity leads into a complex botanical profile. The Gentian roots provide a firm, pithy bitterness that balances the sourness rather than hop bitterness. Orange zest contributes a tangy, citrus-peel flavor. Malt is a background player, offering light cracker notes. The finish is very dry, clean, and herbal.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high carbonation. A mild, pleasant astringency from the roots and orange zest is present. A subtle alcohol warmth is noticeable but well-integrated.
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La Source FIVE Gentian gruit
For this UFO, we worked with gentian root. We let this bitter root infuse in our beer for a few da ...ys then added some orange zest to it! It's like an Aperole spritz twisted with beer! ALC. 6 % 33 cl
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For this UFO, we worked with gentian root. We let this bitter root infuse in our beer for a few days then added some orange zest to it! It's like an Aperole spritz twisted with beer! ALC. 6 % 33 cl
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