SixºNorth Slipstream

Name: SixºNorth Slipstream
Brand: Beer
SKU: 648359b61603da4507fefbaa
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.29 (403 reviews)

IPA Other 5 º

SixºNorth

Sixº North Slipstream is a vibrant Wild Specialty Beer that bridges the gap between a sharp, lactic sour and a modern India Pale Ale. At 5% ABV, it presents a bright, zesty profile defined by citrus-forward hop aromatics and a clean, refreshing tartness. The sensory experience is dominated by notes of grapefruit and tropical fruit, underpinned by a lean malt backbone and a distinct lemony acidity. This hybrid style showcases a delicate balance where the hop bitterness is restrained to allow the wild fermentation characteristics to shine, resulting in a crisp, bone-dry finish that is both complex and highly sessionable.

Appearance. Pale straw to light gold (4-6 SRM). Hazy with a frothy white head that shows moderate to low retention due to the acidic environment, leaving minimal lacing.

Aroma. High intensity with a dominant lactic tartness reminiscent of lemon zest and sourdough. Bright hop character follows, featuring grapefruit, passionfruit, and light pine. Malt is low and crackery, while wild fermentation provides a faint, earthy complexity.

Taste. Initial impression is sharply acidic and refreshing. Malt flavor is minimal, allowing punchy citrus and tropical hop flavors to lead. Bitterness is moderate and well-integrated with the sourness. The fermentation character is clean but distinctly wild, finishing bone-dry with a lingering tartness and crisp hop resin.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, effervescent carbonation. No alcohol warmth is present. A slight hop and acid-driven astringency adds to the crispness, though the finish remains clean and smooth.

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