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Creature Comforts Athena Berliner Weisse

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Creature Comforts' crisp, tart Berliner Weisse — brewed in the German tradition with wheat malt and lactic fermentation. Light, refreshing and gently sour with a clean citrus finish. One of the Southeast's finest sour beers.

ABV
4%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold2
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tartsourcitrusy
tart
sour
citrusy
mineral
wheat
yeasty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by bright wheat grain and subtle yeasty notes characteristic of lactic fermentation.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Creature Comforts Athena Berliner Weisse

◎ Appearance

Athena presents a pale, luminous straw yellow with exceptional clarity and a delicate white head. The carbonation is visibly lively, creating fine bubbles that dance through the glass. A hallmark of authentic Berliner Weisse craftsmanship.

pale strawcrystal clearfine carbonationdelicate head

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by bright wheat grain and subtle yeasty notes characteristic of lactic fermentation. A whisper of citrus and clean fermentation esters provide lift without overwhelming the delicate profile. The aroma is refreshingly understated, inviting further exploration.

wheat grainyeastycitrusclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a crisp, refreshing tartness from lactic acid, followed by soft wheat malt sweetness in the mid-palate. The acidity is bright and well-integrated rather than sharp, with minimal bitterness (5 IBU). A smooth, effervescent mouthfeel carries the delicate flavors effortlessly.

tartwheatcrispsmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with the citrus notes providing subtle complexity without lingering harshness. The carbonation adds a gentle tickle that encourages another sip.

cleandrycitrus-tinged
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
87
Appearance
85
Finish
86
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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Food Pairing

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About Sour Ale

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