Ophiussa Lifebloom

Name: Ophiussa Lifebloom
Brand: Beer
SKU: 668dc6a2ba505d39290eb90b
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.28 (196 reviews)

Sour Ale 5 º

Ophiussa Brewing Co.

Ophiussa Lifebloom is a vibrant, smoothie-style interpretation of a Wild Specialty Beer that pushes fruit expression to its limits. Built upon a refreshing Berliner Weisse base, this ale is defined by massive post-fermentation additions of Alphonso Mango, Apricot, and Passion Fruit. The sensory profile is an intense marriage of thick, nectar-like textures and bright, lactic acidity. Aromas of sun-ripened stone fruit and tropical zest dominate the nose, while the palate balances the natural sweetness of unfermented fruit sugars against a sharp, refreshing sourness. The result is a decadent, fruit-forward experience that delivers a lush, puree-like consistency with a crisp, tart finish.

Appearance. Opaque and deep apricot-orange with a thick, pulpy consistency. It forms a dense, pastel-orange head with moderate retention that fades to a thick collar, leaving minimal lacing due to high fruit solids.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics of freshly sliced Alphonso Mango and juicy Apricot. Sharp, tropical top notes of Passion Fruit provide a zesty, tangy counterpoint. A clean, lactic sourness is evident, supported by a very low, doughy wheat malt character and no detectable hop aroma.

Taste. The initial impression is an intense burst of sweet tropical fruit. Alphonso Mango provides a rich, fleshy sweetness, while Passion Fruit and Apricot contribute a bright, tangy acidity. The base beer offers a crisp, lemony lactic tartness that balances the residual sugars. Bitterness is absent. The finish is long and fruit-driven with a lingering, refreshing tartness.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and highly viscous with a heavy, smoothie-like creaminess from the fruit solids. Carbonation is moderate, providing just enough lift to balance the density. No alcohol warmth is perceived, and there is no astringency.

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