Metalhead Sumo Rabbit

Name: Metalhead Sumo Rabbit
Brand: Beer
SKU: 67362d2f1603dadc9770865b
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.25 (55 reviews)

Sour Ale 7 º

Metalhead

Metalhead Sumo Rabbit is a striking Wild Specialty Beer that balances aggressive imperial tartness with the comforting, nostalgic warmth of gingerbread. The addition of black carrot provides a mesmerizing, deep garnet to violet hue that commands attention. On the nose, a bright lactic acidity intersects with aromatic ginger, cinnamon, and a hint of earthy, root-like sweetness. The palate is a complex interplay of sharp sourness and rich, bready malts reminiscent of dark molasses and spice, finishing with a lingering, warming ginger heat. At 7% ABV, this Imperial Sour offers a more robust body and presence than traditional wild ales, delivering a bold and innovative multi-sensory experience.

Appearance. Deep garnet to dark violet hue (SRM 25-35) with a hazy to opaque clarity. Displays a modest, pinkish-tinted head with fair retention and light lacing, characteristic of higher-acid wild ales.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics featuring sharp, clean lactic sourness. Prominent notes of fresh ginger and spicy cinnamon are layered over an earthy, sweet vegetable scent from the black carrot. Subtle bready malt and a hint of dark sugar reside in the background.

Taste. Initial impression is a bold, puckering tartness that quickly transitions into a savory gingerbread complexity. Malt flavors of toasted bread and light molasses support a heavy spice profile of ginger and clove. Bitterness is low, as the acidity provides the primary balance. The finish is quite dry and spicy, with a lingering tang and a touch of earthy carrot sweetness.

Mouthfeel. Medium body, feeling more substantial than a standard sour due to the 7% ABV. Carbonation is moderate to high, providing a prickly sensation that enhances the spice. Light alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated, with no significant astringency.

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