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Bad Flash Mango Chilli

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Pleasant mango leads the flavour in this sour, and a pungent chilli note lingers in the finish. The mix of kettle souring with Lactobacillus, dried habanero in the boil and 100 kg of mango per 1,000 litres in secondary fermentation, on a base of Pilsner malt, oat flakes and Žatec hops, define the recipe.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Mild8 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
sourfruityspicy
sour
fruity
spicy
tropical
tart
malty
Aroma
Ripe mango dominates the nose with tropical fruit clarity, backed by subtle herbal notes from Žatec hops.
also:herbal
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bad Flash Mango Chilli

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with exceptional clarity and bright, inviting transparency. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting a fine, delicate head that displays good retention and lacing along the glass.

pale strawcrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

Ripe mango dominates the nose with tropical fruit clarity, backed by subtle herbal notes from Žatec hops. The dried habanero emerges as a peppery undertone without overwhelming the fruit-forward character, while the Pilsner malt base contributes a gentle, clean backdrop.

ripe mangohabanero pepperherbal hop charactertropical fruit

◐ Taste

Mango flavour unfolds immediately on the palate with bright acidity and gentle tartness from the kettle sour foundation. The mid-palate shows balanced fruitiness with a mineral quality from the oat flakes, while dried chilli builds progressively, creating layered spice complexity without harsh burn.

bright sourmango-forwardbuilding spicemineral minerality

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and dry, with the chilli lingering as a warming peppery note that extends the aftertaste. The overall impression remains refreshing and food-friendly despite the spice persistence.

dry finishlingering chilli warmthrefreshing
79
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
80
Finish
74
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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