La Source Beer Co. Scrambler

Name: La Source Beer Co. Scrambler
Brand: Beer
SKU: 65eb36a91603dade32295922
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Scrambler is a vibrant Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer crafted as a botanical tonic. This sessionable 4.5% ale foregrounds an aromatic bouquet of floral lavender and resinous juniper berries, underscored by the bright, citrusy punch of grapefruit zest. The addition of quinquina introduces a sophisticated, tonic-like bitterness that distinguishes it from traditional hopped ales. Its sensory profile is defined by these botanicals, leaning into a gin-and-tonic inspired complexity while maintaining a crisp, crackery malt base. The result is a highly refreshing, herbaceous experience with a dry, lingering finish that emphasizes its unique gruit-inspired heritage.

Appearance. Pale straw to light gold (3-5 SRM). Pours with a moderate white head with fair retention. Generally clear to slightly hazy, reflecting the infusion of botanical oils and zest.

Aroma. High intensity botanical aroma. Assertive notes of floral lavender and peppery, pine-like juniper berries dominate. Secondary aromas of fresh grapefruit zest provide a sharp citrus edge. Very low malt aroma, appearing as a faint crackery or doughy sweetness. No significant hop aroma or fermentation esters.

Taste. Initial botanical burst of lavender and resinous juniper. The mid-palate reveals a sharp, pithy bitterness from grapefruit zest and the earthy, medicinal bite of quinquina. Malt flavor is low and neutral, providing just enough structure to support the herbs. Finishes very dry and clean with a lingering, pleasant herbal bitterness reminiscent of tonic water.

Mouthfeel. Light to medium-light body with a crisp, refreshing texture. High carbonation provides a prickly, effervescent sensation. A very slight, tea-like astringency from the botanicals and quinquina enhances the dry finish. Alcohol warmth is non-existent.

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