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MASK OF ETERNITY

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Mask of Eternity is a Belgian-style sour ale from Beachwood Brewing, the celebrated Long Beach, California craft institution. Pouring a hazy, burnished gold with a delicate white head, this barrel-aged beauty draws the eye immediately. The aroma opens with bright lactic tartness layered over earthy oak, subtle funk, and whispers of stone fruit and citrus peel. On the palate, the Southern Californian interpretation of classic Belgian sourness unfolds gracefully — crisp acidity balanced by gentle malt sweetness, complemented by vanilla and woody notes imparted through patient oak aging. The finish is pleasingly dry and refreshingly tart, with lingering complexity that rewards contemplation. An expertly crafted sour that bridges Old World Belgian tradition with West Coast ambition.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tartsourearthy
tart
sour
earthy
oak
vanilla
funky
Aroma
The nose opens with bright lactic tartness that immediately frames the character, layered over earthy oak and subtle funky notes from Lactobacillus activity.
also:citrusy,dark fruit,malty
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for MASK OF ETERNITY

◎ Appearance

A hazy, burnished gold pours beneath a delicate white head that settles to a thin collar. The turbidity from wild yeast fermentation creates an inviting, lived-in appearance characteristic of barrel-aged Belgian sours. Carbonation is moderate and integrated, supporting a fine bead without aggression.

hazy goldendelicate white headbarrel-aged clarity

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright lactic tartness that immediately frames the character, layered over earthy oak and subtle funky notes from Lactobacillus activity. Stone fruit and citrus peel emerge behind the primary sourness, with whispers of vanilla oak integration rounding the overall bouquet without overwhelming the acidity.

lactic tartnessearthy oakstone fruit citruswild yeast funk

◐ Taste

Entry brings crisp acidity that defines the palate, balanced by gentle malt sweetness that prevents harshness. Mid-palate reveals layered complexity: vanilla and woody notes from patient barrel aging sit alongside dark fruit undertones, while a persistent but refined sourness maintains tension throughout. The interplay between oak tannins and lactic bite creates a sophisticated, dynamic mouthfeel.

crisp aciditymalt sweetnessvanilla oakdark fruit complexity

◑ Finish

The finish is pleasingly dry and refreshingly tart, with lingering sourness that gradually subsides into a gentle woody dryness. Complexity persists in the aftertaste, rewarding extended contemplation and encouraging another sip.

dry and tartwoody lingering finish
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
85
Appearance
82
Finish
82
Serve at 6–9°C

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

Goblet

The wide mouth and heavy base promote head formation and channel rich aromatics toward the nose. Traditional for Belgian strong ales.

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About Belgian Sour

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What is a Belgian Sour?

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