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Space Probe Blue

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Space Probe Blue is the blueberry Berliner Weisse from Laughing Sun in Bismarck. It is effervescent with a crisp, dry finish and a clean lactic sourness. Large additions of blueberries give the beer a purple hue and go well with its light body. It was released in cans in March 2020 and gave the brewery a base for further fruited versions.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Mild10 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
berrysourfruity
berry
sour
fruity
clean
tart
citrusy
Aroma
The nose is dominated by fresh blueberry and stone fruit character, accompanied by subtle citrus notes that contribute brightness without dominating.
not found:hoppy,caramel,funky,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Space Probe Blue

◎ Appearance

Space Probe Blue presents a striking purple hue derived from generous blueberry additions, with excellent clarity and fine carbonation that forms a delicate, persistent head. The light body is immediately apparent in the glass, with bright effervescence lending visual liveliness to the beer's distinctive color.

purple huehighly carbonatedfine head retentioncrystal clear

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by fresh blueberry and stone fruit character, accompanied by subtle citrus notes that contribute brightness without dominating. A clean lactic sourness underlies the fruit esters, with minimal malt presence—appropriate to the style's delicate grain bill.

blueberry forwardcitrus undertoneslactic sournessfruit-driven

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright berry fruit and tart blueberry notes, developing a crisp, dry character through the mid-palate. Clean lactic acidity provides structure without harshness, while low residual sweetness keeps the beer refreshing and food-friendly. Minimal hop bitterness allows the fruit and acidity to take center stage.

tart berrycrisp aciditydry mouthfeellight-bodied

◑ Finish

The finish is short and clean, with lingering blueberry tartness and a refreshing dry aftertaste that invites another sip.

dry finishrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
74
Serve at 6–9°C

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

Weizen glass

Tall and narrow at the base, flaring at the top — designed to hold the abundant foam of a wheat beer while showcasing its hazy golden body.

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