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Speciation Artisan Ales Panoptic
Sour Ale 7.5 º
Panoptic is a complex Wild Specialty Beer that bridges the gap between a rustic wild ale and a decadent dessert. A deep purple-hued pour leads with a vibrant bouquet of sun-ripened blueberry and warming cinnamon, underpinned by a subtle, earthy funk. The palate is a sophisticated, layered experience; the initial punch of tart fruit is softened by the creamy influence of vanilla and the toasted, honeyed notes of graham cracker. Dark cocoa nibs provide a sophisticated bitter counterpoint to the underlying acidity, while the wild fermentation adds a refreshing dryness. This is a bold, multi-sensory exploration of fruit and confectionary complexity.
Appearance. Deep purple to indigo with a vibrant, violet-tinted head that shows moderate to low retention. The beer is opaque and dense, reflecting the heavy addition of fruit and pastry ingredients.
Aroma. High intensity. Dominant aromas of jammy blueberry and spicy cinnamon are immediately apparent. Secondary notes of rich vanilla bean and earthy cocoa nibs emerge as the beer warms. A distinct but balanced wild fermentation character provides subtle notes of leather and hay, while the graham cracker adds a honeyed, toasted malt sweetness to the background.
Taste. Initial impression is a burst of tart, juicy blueberry followed quickly by the warming spice of cinnamon. The mid-palate reveals a complex interplay of sweet vanilla and honey-forward graham cracker, countered by the subtle, dry bitterness of cocoa nibs. The wild acidity is moderate to firm, providing a clean, mouth-watering structure. The finish is long and complex, lingering with notes of dark fruit skin and toasted spice.
Mouthfeel. Medium-full body, possessing significantly more weight than a standard wild ale due to the pastry additions. Carbonation is moderate, providing a slight lift. A subtle alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated. The texture is notably creamy with a faint, pleasant astringency from the blueberry skins and cocoa.
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Speciation - Panoptic - 7.5% (375ml)
Pastry sour with blueberry, cinnamon, cocoa nib, graham cracker, and vanilla! Speciation Artisan Ale ...d ciders. Nature driven recipies harness natural yeast and bacteria to develop their complex and flavourful beers. ...
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Pastry sour with blueberry, cinnamon, cocoa nib, graham cracker, and vanilla! Speciation Artisan Ales are a Michigan based brewery in the USA who produce a wide range of incredible wild ales, wines and ciders. Nature driven recipies harness natural yeast and bacteria to develop their complex and flavourful beers.
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Speciation Artisan Ales Panoptic
Style: Pastry Sour ABV: 7.5%
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Style: Pastry Sour
ABV: 7.5%
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