This Wild Specialty Beer captures a vibrant desert aesthetic, pouring with a striking sunset hue derived from the addition of prickly pear and lemon. The aroma is a bright collision of zesty citrus and subtle earthy sweetness, underscored by the complex, funky nuances of a wild fermentation. On the palate, the prickly pear offers delicate notes of melon and bubblegum, while the lemon provides a refreshing, sharp acidity reminiscent of a craft cocktail. Effervescent and crisp, it finishes remarkably dry, balancing the exotic fruit character with a sophisticated, wild-derived tartness that lingers pleasantly on the back of the tongue.
Appearance.Striking sunset orange to deep pinkish-magenta hue (SRM 8–12). Pours with a moderate, pale-pink head that shows fair to poor retention; appearance is clear to slightly hazy.
Aroma.Moderate to high intensity featuring bright lemon zest and juice. The prickly pear adds a unique, subtly earthy and sweet scent, supported by a wild fermentation character of lactic tartness and a faint, rustic funk. Malt and hop aromas are nearly absent.
Taste.Initial impression is a sharp, refreshing tartness. Prickly pear provides mid-palate notes of watermelon and cactus fruit, though fermented dry. Hop bitterness is very low, and malt is a neutral, cracker-like background. The finish is clean and highly acidic with lingering citrus zest.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body with a crisp, lively carbonation that enhances the refreshing character. Alcohol warmth is light and well-integrated. A very subtle astringency from the fruit skins contributes to a bone-dry impression.
Sensory Profile.
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Single Hill Prickly Pair Lemon + Prickly Pear Sour Can
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Prickly Pair features a dynamic duo of fruits in Prickly Pear & Lemon. This sunset-hued so ...ur ale is full-bodied, tart, and refreshing.
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6.6%
Prickly Pair features a dynamic duo of fruits in Prickly Pear & Lemon. This sunset-hued sour ale is full-bodied, tart, and refreshing.
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