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Tommie Sjef Opal
Tommie Sjef Opal presents a vibrant, wild-influenced sensory journey centered on the inclusion of organic plums. The profile opens with a sharp, clean lactic acidity that defines the Straight Sour Beer style, seamlessly blending with the deep, tart stone fruit essence of the bio pruimen. This lemony brightness is anchored by a delicate foundation of biscuity pale malts. While the base style emphasizes a clean fermentation, the signature rustic character of the producer adds a layer of wild complexity. The result is a refreshing, effervescent ale where the succulent character of the plums is balanced by a bone-dry finish and a crisp, citrus-forward tartness.
Appearance. Pale straw to light gold with a faint pinkish tint from the plums (3-4 SRM). Features a dense white head with poor retention and a slight haze typical of wild fermentation.
Aroma. High intensity, dominated by a sharp lactic sourness and a rich, fruity bouquet of tart plums, lemon zest, and green apple. Low crackery malt notes provide a subtle background without any hop presence.
Taste. Clean, assertive lactic sourness leads the palate, followed immediately by the flavor of fresh plums. Bready and grainy malt notes are present but subdued. Bitterness is undetectable, allowing the lemony fruit character and sharp acidity to dominate. The finish is bone-dry and crisp with no vinegary harshness.
Mouthfeel. Light-bodied and highly effervescent with a prickly carbonation. Provides a crisp acidity on the tongue with very low alcohol warmth, staying refreshing and lean.
Sensory Profile.
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