This Brett Beer is a rustic and expressive ale that beautifully highlights the inclusion of buckwheat alongside wild yeast. It opens with an inviting bouquet of tropical stone fruits and citrus, quickly followed by a signature earthy and slightly barnyard funk. The buckwheat provides a distinctive nutty, grainy foundation that anchors the high attenuation. Effervescent and bone-dry, the profile leans heavily into its fruity character while maintaining a grounded, savory edge. It is a complex yet highly refreshing interpretation of a wild ale, where the yeast-driven esters and earthy buckwheat notes achieve a vibrant and harmonious balance.
Appearance.Pours a hazy, light gold to deep straw (4-6 SRM) with a persistent, frothy white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass.
Aroma.High intensity with a complex profile of tropical fruit, specifically pineapple and mango, alongside apricot esters. A notable earthy, wet hay, and mild barnyard funk is present, complemented by a subtle, nutty, floral note from the buckwheat.
Taste.Initial impression is remarkably dry and crisp. Malt flavors are low, presenting as a light, bready, and nutty graininess. The yeast delivers a punch of citrus and tropical fruit flavors paired with a moderate earthy funk. Bitterness is low to moderate, serving only to balance the fruitiness. The finish is exceptionally clean and bone-dry with a lingering fruity-funk aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body with high, prickly carbonation that provides a lively, effervescent mouthfeel. Alcohol warmth is very low and well-integrated. No astringency is present.