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Malty and spicy characteristics run throughout this Bière de Garde, which Russian River says was inspired by the great beers of that style from Belgium, naming De Koninck as a reference point. Perdition shares the current brew list with Damnation, Redemption and Salvation, and has an ABV of 6.1%. Untappd files it as a Farmhouse Ale - Bière de Garde.

ABV
6.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
spicymaltyfruity
spicy
malty
fruity
bready
yeasty
Aroma
The nose opens with spicy, herbal notes characteristic of noble hops, layered beneath warm Malz aromas that suggest bread crust and subtle caramel.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Perdition

◎ Appearance

Perdition presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with visible lacing. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, lending the beer a refined visual presence without excessive effervescence.

pale goldenclearpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with spicy, herbal notes characteristic of noble hops, layered beneath warm Malz aromas that suggest bread crust and subtle caramel. A delicate fruity character emerges in the background, with gentle yeast-derived complexity that invites repeated sniffing.

spicy, herbalMalz-forwardfruity undertonesnoble hop character

◐ Taste

On the palate, malty sweetness forms the foundation, balanced by restrained bitterness and a clean, dry mid-palate. Spice and subtle fruit notes weave through the flavor arc, with a bready quality that anchors the beer's farmhouse character without overwhelming the profile.

malty, balanceddry finishspicedbreadiness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and moderately long, with the dryness lingering pleasantly. A faint spice and gentle Malz echo persist in the aftertaste, leaving the palate clean and ready for the next sip.

dry, crispspice memory
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
80
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°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 Bière de Garde

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What is a Bière de Garde?

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