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Tiger's Blood

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A liquid homage to Hawaii, the 50th state: this tropical blonde sour ale is brewed after the Hawaiian shave ice flavor Tiger's Blood, a fusion of strawberry, watermelon and coconut. Those three notes shine against a backdrop of tropical tanginess, and the result is ferociously fruity. 6.1% ABV, available year-round.

ABV
6.1%
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
fruitytropicalberry
fruity
tropical
berry
sour
tart
Aroma
The nose leads immediately with tropical stone fruit and berry notes—strawberry and watermelon dominate in the foreground, backed by subtle coconut character that grounds the profile.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Tiger's Blood

◎ Appearance

A pale golden blonde with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting hue characteristic of the style. The head is delicate but persistent, with fine carbonation that creates a lively visual presence in the glass. The beer displays excellent clarity despite its fruit additions, allowing the pale straw color to shine through without haze.

pale goldenbright clarityfine carbonationdelicate head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads immediately with tropical stone fruit and berry notes—strawberry and watermelon dominate in the foreground, backed by subtle coconut character that grounds the profile. Beneath the fruit, a gentle tartness emerges alongside a clean, slightly herbaceous yeast signature. Edible flowers and a whisper of citrus zest add complexity without overwhelming the primary fruit expression.

strawberry, watermelontropical coconutbright tartnessclean yeast

◐ Taste

The palate enters with juicy berry and melon sweetness that is quickly balanced by a lively sourness that tingles across the mid-palate. The fruit character remains vibrant and true throughout the body—no artificial character—while the sour component provides a crisp, refreshing counterpoint that prevents any cloying sensation. Acidity builds gently, leaving the finish dry and thirst-quenching.

juicy berrieslively tartnesstropical fruitcrisp acidity

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, with the sourness lingering pleasantly on the tongue while the fruit gradually fades. A dry, refreshing aftertaste encourages the next sip, making this a highly sessionable ale.

dry finishshort-medium lengthrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About Fruited Sour

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