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Nova Runda Fruit Expo: Passion Fruit Sour Kveik
This Wild Specialty Beer is a vibrant exploration of tropical intensity and fermentation character. Nova Runda highlights an overwhelming presence of passion fruit, which delivers sharp, tangy tropical notes and a punchy acidity. This acidity is expertly countered by the "real star"—the Kveik yeast. This unique fermentation profile introduces deep, earthy citrus and rustic esters that add a savory, complex dimension beyond simple fruitiness. The result is a bold, high-ABV sour that balances the raw, wild intensity of the fruit with the robust, farmhouse-leaning personality of the Norwegian yeast, finishing dry and refreshingly tart.
Appearance. Deep gold to hazy orange with a distinct pulpy opacity. The head is ivory-colored with a slight orange tint, showing fair to low retention and thin lacing due to high fruit acidity.
Aroma. High intensity of fresh, pulpy passion fruit dominates, offering sharp tropical punch and tart citrus notes. The Kveik yeast provides a secondary layer of earthy orange peel and rustic esters. No hop aroma or malt sweetness is perceived.
Taste. Initial burst of sharp passion fruit juice and clean lactic acidity. The mid-palate reveals the Kveik yeast character, contributing a savory, orange-marmalade depth. Bitterness is very low, as the tartness provides the primary balance. The finish is remarkably dry for the strength, with a lingering tropical tartness and earthy yeast aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with moderate to high carbonation that creates a prickly, refreshing sensation. Despite the 7.5% ABV, it feels lean and crisp, with a subtle alcohol warmth and a light astringency from the fruit skins.
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Buy Nova Runda Fruit Expo: Passion Fruit Sour Kveik. Fruit Lambic - Nova Runda - Croatia.
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