Moa is an approachable and dessert-inspired Wild Specialty Beer designed to evoke the lush, creamy profile of lemon curd. At a sessionable 3.5% ABV, it leads with an intense, bright citrus punch reminiscent of fresh lemon zest and lemon juice. This sharp lactic acidity is masterfully balanced by a silky, creamy sweetness and a hint of vanilla, mimicking the decadent texture of a fruit custard. The underlying fermentation character is clean but distinctly tart, while the malt base provides a subtle, wafer-like bready foundation. It is an exceptionally refreshing and bright sour that prioritizes vivid fruit expression and a velvety mouthfeel over traditional funk.
Appearance.Pale straw to light gold (3-5 SRM). Generally hazy to opaque with a soft, milky sheen. Pours with a moderate white head that dissipates relatively quickly, leaving thin lacing, typical of high-acidity beers.
Aroma.High intensity of fresh lemon zest and citrus oils. A prominent creamy, vanilla-like sweetness suggests lemon custard, backed by a clean lactic tartness. Low bready malt aroma with virtually no hop presence or fusel alcohol.
Taste.Initial impression is a sharp, refreshing burst of lemon acidity. The mid-palate introduces a balancing sweetness with flavors of lemon curd, custard, and a hint of graham cracker malt. Very low bitterness (sub-10 IBU). The finish is crisp and tart, with a lingering, pleasant citrus sweetness that is clean and never cloying.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body, appearing fuller than the low ABV suggests due to a creamy, soft texture. Carbonation is moderate to high, providing a prickly effervescence that cleanses the palate from the sweetness. No alcohol warmth.