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Black Currant Sour Ale

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Deep violet in the glass under a pink head, this sour ale has a slightly sour aroma of blackcurrant with a light touch of lemon. The taste is light, refreshing and sour, with a distinct blackcurrant line and a barely noticeable bitterness. Top-fermenting yeast and Lactobacillus ferment it together, and it matures with blackcurrant juice. 12° original gravity, unfiltered and unpasteurised.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Mild5 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
sourberrytart
sour
berry
tart
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with a gently sour blackcurrant character, supported by a whisper of bright lemon zest.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Black Currant Sour Ale

◎ Appearance

A striking deep violet hue fills the glass, speaking to the intensity of blackcurrant fruit used in fermentation. The pink head sits delicate and ephemeral, with modest retention and fine carbonation creating a soft visual texture throughout.

deep violetpink foamunfiltered, hazy

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with a gently sour blackcurrant character, supported by a whisper of bright lemon zest. The fermentation from top yeast and Lactobacillus cultures adds subtle complexity without overwhelming the restrained fruit expression.

blackcurrantcitrus liftlactic sourness

◐ Taste

Light and refreshing on entry, the palate develops a clean, well-integrated sourness that frames a distinct blackcurrant line running through the center. Bitterness remains barely perceptible at 5 IBU, allowing the tart fruit and lactic character to dominate while maintaining balance and drinkability.

tart blackcurrantlight-bodiedcrisp acidity

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and clean, with the sourness lingering gently on the palate. A fading echo of berry fruit and subtle tartness creates a refreshing, sessionable aftertaste.

dry finishberry fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
75
Finish
76
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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About Sour Ale

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