Fever Rush by Rec Brew offers a vibrant, contemporary take on the Berliner Weisse, elevated by a significant infusion of blueberry and raspberry. This expression presents a sharp, clean lactic sourness that cuts through a slightly weightier 5% ABV frame. The sensory profile is dominated by the fragrance of freshly crushed forest berries, supported by an underlying hint of raw bread dough and sourdough from the wheat-heavy grist. Its effervescent nature accentuates the tartness of the raspberry skins and the juicy depth of the blueberries, leading to a crisp, bone-dry finish that leaves a refreshing, berry-tinged linger on the palate.
Appearance.Straw base color with a prominent pinkish-violet haze from the berry additions; clarity is somewhat hazy. Large, frothy, pink-tinted head with poor retention; highly effervescent.
Aroma.High intensity of sharp lactic acidity. Strong notes of tart raspberry and jammy blueberry are immediately apparent. Low doughy wheat character and a subtle floral note; no hop aroma or diacetyl present.
Taste.Initial impression is a clean, assertive lactic sourness. Dominant flavors of tart raspberry and blueberry skin balance a doughy, grainy wheat malt base. Hop bitterness is undetectable, with acidity providing the primary structural balance rather than hops. The finish is very dry and crisp with a lingering fruit tartness and no vinegary notes.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body, slightly fuller than a traditional low-ABV version. Very high carbonation providing a lively, spritzy sensation. Subtle alcohol presence is well-integrated. Crisp acidity with no astringency from the berries.