Cassiopée presents an evocative sensory experience centered on the bold, earthy intensity of Cassis. This Fruit Beer pours with a striking garnet-to-purple hue, immediately releasing a high-intensity bouquet of blackcurrant, dark berries, and a subtle vinous quality. The 6% ABV provides a sturdy, slightly warming foundation for the fruit's natural acidity to play against a clean, bready malt backdrop. On the palate, the assertive blackcurrant flavors are seamlessly integrated, offering a refreshing tartness that cuts through a moderate malt sweetness. It finishes notably dry with a lingering berry skin complexity and a faint, pleasant tannin, emphasizing drinkability over sugary confection.
Appearance.Deep garnet to reddish-purple (SRM 15-24) with a moderate, pink-tinted head that shows fair retention. Clarity is clear to slightly hazy, often reflecting the natural particulates of the fruit addition.
Aroma.High intensity of dark berry and blackcurrant (cassis), displaying characteristic earthy and slightly floral notes. Low bready malt aroma provides a subtle background, while hop aroma is nearly absent to allow the fruit to dominate.
Taste.Initial impression is a burst of tart blackcurrant flavor followed by a light, grainy malt sweetness. Bitterness is low, serving only to balance the base beer. The fermentation character is clean, allowing the fruit’s natural acidity to define the profile. The finish is dry and crisp with a lingering, authentic cassis aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a slightly thinning effect from the fermented fruit sugars. Carbonation is moderate-high, providing a lively prickle. A very light tannic astringency from the berry skins adds structure without being harsh.
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