WeldWerks Brewing Co. Mango Key Lime Cheesecake

Name: WeldWerks Brewing Co. Mango Key Lime Cheesecake
Brand: Beer
SKU: 642c45541603dac33d003366
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.11 (262 reviews)

Sour Ale 5.2 º

WeldWerks Brewing Co.

This Wild Specialty Beer is a decadent, dessert-inspired sensory journey. Aromas of lush, ripe mango and bright, zesty key lime immediately lead, supported by a rich undercurrent of vanilla and honeyed graham cracker. The palate is a complex interplay of tropical fruit sweetness and a refreshing lactic acidity, reminiscent of a creamy cheesecake. The addition of milk sugar and cream cheese provides a velvety texture that balances the sharp citrus of the key lime. Each sip concludes with a lingering sweetness of tropical fruit and a subtle, toasted crust finish, echoing the brewer's intent of a liquid cheesecake.

Appearance. SRM 5-7. Opaque, golden-orange with a thick, pulpy appearance. Pours with a thin, fizzy white head that dissipates quickly, leaving moderate lacing.

Aroma. High intensity; dominated by fresh mango puree and sharp key lime zest. Secondary notes of sweet vanilla bean and toasted graham cracker follow. A clean, lactic sourness provides a bright backdrop without any significant hop or funky yeast character.

Taste. Initial impression is a burst of tropical mango sweetness followed quickly by a puckering key lime tartness. Mid-palate reveals a creamy, cheesecake-like richness from the milk sugar and vanilla. Malt flavor is reminiscent of honey-graham crackers. The finish is sweet-tart and lingering with a clean, acidic bite that prevents it from being cloying.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a creamy, coating texture. Carbonation is moderate. Minimal alcohol warmth at 5.2% ABV. Very low astringency, despite the fruit acidity.

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