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La Source Beer Co. Sabbat
Other Styles 5.9 º
This complex Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer presents an evocative tapestry of wild and botanical notes. A year in white wine barrels imparts a sophisticated vinous character and delicate oak tannins that mingle with a 'dark incantation' of wild yeast. The gruit base is transformed by aromatic layers of heather, resinous spruce tips, and a cool lift of mint. The result is a balanced, slightly tart sensory journey where herbal bitterness replaces hops, and the fermentation profile provides a rustic, funky depth. It is a masterful exploration of ancient brewing traditions meeting modern wild fermentation.
Appearance. Hazy, deep gold to burnished amber (8-12 SRM). Pours with a moderate, off-white head that shows fair retention; fine lacing persists as the glass empties.
Aroma. High intensity with a complex bouquet. Initial notes of cooling mint and resinous spruce tips dominate, followed by the floral, honey-like scent of heather. A distinct wild yeast funk presents as earthy hay and light leather, underscored by the crisp, acidic fruitiness of white wine and a whisper of toasted oak.
Taste. The palate opens with a sharp, refreshing herbal bite. Spruce tips provide a forest-like evergreen quality, while the mint offers a clean, lingering freshness. Heather contributes a subtle floral sweetness that balances the light lactic tartness from the wild yeast. White wine barrel aging introduces flavors of green grape and dry wood. Very low bitterness, as the herbs provide the structural balance rather than hops. The finish is bone dry and moderately acidic.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, prickly carbonation that enhances the herbal aromatics. Very low alcohol warmth. A touch of wood-derived astringency adds structure without being harsh or resinous.
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"This gruit has been spiced with heather, spruce tips and mint. Then barrel aged for one year in whi ...te wine barrels with our gang of wild yeast,dark incantation ..."
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"This gruit has been spiced with heather, spruce tips and mint. Then barrel aged for one year in white wine barrels with our gang of wild yeast,dark incantation ..."
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