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Strahov Cherry Sour Ale

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An ale made with a high ratio of cherry juice, so the fruit is the main theme. The result is slightly acidic and easy to drink, with a tart, pronounced cherry character, introduced as a new ale to refresh on summer days. At the brewery it is also blended with the Session Hazy IPA to make a mixed drink called Hazy Cherry Twist, which counts as a separate serve.

ABV
4.0%
Bitterness
Mild
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
fruitytartberry
fruity
tart
berry
sour
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant cherry fruit, bright and tart, supported by subtle stone fruit undertones.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Strahov Cherry Sour Ale

◎ Appearance

A pale, luminous straw-gold body with exceptional clarity, revealing a fine, delicate structure. The head is modest but present, with gentle carbonation creating a soft effervescence characteristic of this light, refreshing ale.

pale straw-goldcrystal cleardelicate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant cherry fruit, bright and tart, supported by subtle stone fruit undertones. A touch of subtle tartness from the fermentation process complements the fruit-forward character, with minimal malt or hop presence allowing the cherry juice to dominate.

ripe cherrytart berrystone fruit notes

◐ Taste

Crisp, fruit-driven palate with pronounced cherry character providing immediate tartness and refreshment. The body remains smooth and light, the acidity well-integrated, with minimal bitterness (10 IBU) allowing the natural fruit acid to provide structure and balance without harshness.

cherry forwardtart and brightclean, dry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and refreshing, with lingering cherry tartness that clears cleanly from the palate. A brief, pleasant fruit-acid aftertaste leaves a crisp, summery impression without any cloying sweetness.

dry, tart fadesummer-ready
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
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 Fruited Sour

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