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Pequeño Cabo

Four Winds Brewing Co.
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🌍 Canada · Sour Ale · One of 27 Sour Ales in hopIQ

A sour conditioned on fresh tequila barrel wood, listed at 4% and 4 IBU. Four Winds describes oak and agave against lemon and lime with a trace of salt, and compares the profile to a lime margarita. An earlier 750 ml bottling ran as a tequila barrel-aged sour weisse; the 2023 release comes in 355 ml slim cans.

ABV
4%
Bitterness
Mild4 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Barely bitter and crisp.

Trim and gentle — the beer moves through with an unforced, easy rhythm.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Sour Ale.
Fermentation & yeast
sour
tart
Distinctive notes
oak
salty
Hop character
citrusy
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pequeño Cabo

Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and bright translucence characteristic of the style. The carbonation is crisp and lively, producing a fine, persistent head with delicate lacing that clings to the glass. The slim can format preserves the beer's freshness and visual appeal.

pale strawcrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent head

Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—fresh lime and lemon zest—laid over a subtle oak framework from tequila barrel conditioning. Beneath the bright acidity sits a whisper of agave sweetness and mineral salinity, creating an aromatic profile reminiscent of a lime margarita prepared with dry spirits. The hop presence is minimal, allowing the souring and wood influence to dominate.

lime, lemon zesttequila oakagave, mineralitybright, inviting

Taste

The palate is crisp and mouth-puckering, with aggressive but refined acidity that frames bright citrus flavors—primarily lime and subtle lemon notes. The oak from barrel conditioning integrates seamlessly, imparting a dry, woody structure that prevents the beer from becoming one-dimensional. A delicate saline note emerges mid-palate, enhancing the margarita-like character while maintaining excellent balance despite the minimal bitterness.

tart, punchy aciditycitrus-forwarddry oak structuresalinity

Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with the acidity carrying through to a crisp, lingering conclusion. The aftertaste remains citrusy and slightly salty, fading gradually with an inviting dryness that encourages another sip.

dry, cleanlingering citrusrefreshing fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Pequeño Cabo

Serve at 6–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Pequeño Cabo

About Sour Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Sour Ale?

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