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Sanddorini

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A sea buckthorn fruited sour fermented on sea buckthorn purée. The orange-yellow beer has slightly sour fruitiness paired with a dry bitterness. 5.8% ABV and 20 IBU, with Monroe hops and a share of wheat malt and wheat flakes. Kuehn Kunz Rosen brew it in Mainz as a flavour-packed refreshment for summer temperatures.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitywheatsour
fruity
wheat
sour
orange
tart
Aroma
The nose opens with bright sea buckthorn fruit notes—tart, citrus-forward, and distinctly aromatic.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sanddorini

◎ Appearance

Sanddorini presents a luminous orange-yellow hue that catches the light with clarity and vibrancy. The beer pours with a delicate, short-lived white head that settles into a thin collar. Fine carbonation creates a gentle, persistent fizz that underscores the beer's refreshing character.

orange-yellowclearbrightfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright sea buckthorn fruit notes—tart, citrus-forward, and distinctly aromatic. Wheat malt contributes a soft, grainy backbone, while noble hops add a subtle herbal complexity without overpowering the fruit. The overall bouquet is clean and summery, with no harsh fermentation notes.

sea buckthorncitrusherbalwheat malt

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and tart, with sea buckthorn purée delivering bright fruit acidity balanced by a dry, grainy wheat character. The mid-palate reveals subtle bitterness from Monroe hops and a controlled sourness that lingers without becoming sharp. The finish is clean and lean, leaving no residual sweetness.

tart fruitdry wheatherbal bitternesscrisp acidity

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is short to medium, with lingering tartness and a whisper of botanical dryness. Refreshingly clean with no cloying residue, making it immediately inviting for another sip.

drytart finishrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
76
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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