White Dog / Basqueland Will It Float #4

Name: White Dog / Basqueland Will It Float #4
Brand: Beer
SKU: 665833d81603dad5716ad3df
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.02 (1798 reviews)

Sour Ale 6 º

White Dog Brewery
Basqueland Brewing

This decadent Wild Specialty Beer, a collaboration between White Dog and Basqueland, presents a lush, jamlike sensory experience. The profile is dominated by a vibrant trio of unfermented raspberry, mango, and banana, creating a thick, smoothie-like consistency. The addition of vanilla cheesecake introduces a rich, dessert-forward layer that smooths out the sharp acidity of the berries. While the base suggests a wild fermentation, the unfermented fruit and dairy elements push the boundaries of texture, resulting in a creamy, indulgent palate. Expect an explosion of fresh fruit character balanced by a silky, cheesecake-inspired finish that lingers with tropical sweetness and a heavy, nectar-like mouthfeel.

Appearance. Deep ruby-pink with a thick, opaque, nectar-like consistency; sports a dense, creamy, light pink head with moderate retention and significant coating on the glass.

Aroma. Intense and multifaceted; high-intensity notes of fresh-pressed raspberry and ripe mango are immediate, followed by a soft, sweet banana undertone and prominent vanilla bean. A distinct lactic creaminess suggests cheesecake, while very low wild acidity provides a bright lift.

Taste. Bold and jammy; initial tart raspberry acidity is quickly countered by the tropical sweetness of mango. The banana adds a velvety sweetness that melds with the vanilla cheesecake flavors in the mid-palate. Low bitterness ensures a fruit-focused experience, ending in a lingering, sweet, and creamy fruit-puree finish.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and viscous with a rich, smoothie-like texture; carbonation is low to moderate, allowing the creamy cheesecake and unfermented fruit to dominate the palate. No astringency; alcohol warmth is well-hidden and subtle.

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