Menduiña Mirabel

Name: Menduiña Mirabel
Brand: Beer
SKU: 54e262dff70fb5da3229305e
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.08 (23 reviews)

Sour Ale 7.5 º

Menduiña

This Straight Sour Beer showcases a vibrant sensory profile centered on the addition of Mirabel plums, a specialty fruit harvested in the Black Forest and Southern Galicia. The experience begins with an assertive, clean lactic acidity that beautifully balances the delicate, honey-like sweetness and floral stone fruit character of the mirabeles. A subtle foundation of biscuity pale malt provides structure without overshadowing the fruit's natural nuances. At 7.5% ABV, a gentle, integrated warmth supports the crisp, effervescent mouthfeel. The finish is remarkably dry and refreshing, leaving a lingering impression of tart yellow plums and bright lemon zest.

Appearance. Pale gold (3–4 SRM) with a large, dense white head that exhibits poor retention. Clarity is slightly hazy, which is expected with the integration of whole fruit.

Aroma. High intensity of sharp, clean lactic sourness. Dominant aromas of Mirabel plums provide a floral, honeyed stone fruit character, reminiscent of apricot. Subtle bready pale malt notes are present in the background. No hop aroma is detected. Clean fermentation profile with moderate lemon and tart apple esters.

Taste. A bracing, clean lactic acidity dominates the initial impression. The mid-palate reveals the distinct, tart flavor of Mirabel plums, supported by a light crackery malt backbone. Hop bitterness is undetectable, allowing the fruit and acidity to lead. The balance is firmly sour, though the fruit provides a perceived roundness. It finishes bone-dry and crisp with a lingering tart stone fruit skin aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, effervescent carbonation that creates a lively prickle on the tongue. A noticeable but well-integrated alcohol warmth is present. Features a sharp, crisp acidity with no astringency.

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