Wild Beer Sourdough

Name: Wild Beer Sourdough
Brand: Beer
SKU: 5a7c9c941603da0b28e7b0bb
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.54 (12283 reviews)

Sour Ale 3.6 º

The Wild Beer Co

This collaboration with Hobbs House Bakery utilizes a historic 58-year-old sourdough culture alongside Brettanomyces to create a complex, session-strength Brett Beer. Loosely inspired by the Berliner Weisse style, the sensory profile is defined by a bright, lactic acidity and a rustic, bread-crust malt backbone. Primary fermentation in a blend of 24 wine barrels and two bourbon barrels imparts subtle tannins and a whisper of dry wood. Aromas of tart citrus and earthy barnyard funk lead into a palate of zingy lemon, crisp wheat, and a bone-dry finish. It is a masterful bridge between traditional baking and contemporary wild brewing, balancing zesty acidity with nuanced fermentation character.

Appearance. Pale straw to light gold (2-4 SRM). It exhibits a persistent, white, effervescent head with light lacing. Appearance is hazy to cloudy, typical of an unfiltered wild fermentation and wheat-inclusive grist.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity with a dominant lactic tartness reminiscent of fresh lemon. A distinct sourdough bread-crust malt character is complemented by earthy Brettanomyces funk, featuring notes of wet hay and aged wood. Subtle vinous notes from the wine barrels add complexity.

Taste. Sharp, clean initial acidity followed by a grainy, cracker-like malt flavor. Hop bitterness is nearly absent, allowing the sourdough tartness and lemony fruitiness to lead. The finish is extremely dry and crisp, with very light oak tannins and a lingering lactic tang that remains refreshing.

Mouthfeel. Light body with high carbonation that creates a prickly, refreshing sensation. There is no perceived alcohol warmth due to the low strength. The finish is clean without being thin or watery, showing a slight creamy texture from the sourdough culture.

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