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Winter Bramble

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Juicy blackberries blend with zesty lemon and a touch of candied sweetness, and the finish carries delicate botanical notes. The modern sour is inspired by a classic winter cocktail, vibrant, tangy and refreshing at 7.8%, and vegan friendly. It rates a 3 on the Sour Scale, with the lemon keeping the sweetness bright.

ABV
7.8%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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
berrysourcitrusy
berry
sour
citrusy
juicy
herbal
tart
Aroma
Bright blackberry fruit leads the nose, complemented by zesty lemon citrus that cuts through the berry notes with clarity.
also:fruity
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Winter Bramble

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with exceptional clarity and bright translucence. The head is modest but persistent, with fine bubbles that leave delicate lacing on the glass. Carbonation is lively and evenly distributed, lending the beer a crisp, effervescent character.

pale goldencrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Bright blackberry fruit leads the nose, complemented by zesty lemon citrus that cuts through the berry notes with clarity. Subtle candied sweetness sits in the background, with delicate herbal and botanical undertones that add complexity without overpowering the fresh fruit character.

blackberry forwardzesty lemoncandied sweetnessherbal notes

◐ Taste

Entry is juicy and fruit-driven, with ripe blackberry taking center stage alongside vibrant lemon acidity. Mid-palate balances the berry sweetness with controlled tartness and a hint of herbal botanicals that evolve across the tongue. The moderate 10 IBU provides minimal bitterness, allowing the fruit and acid interplay to dominate.

juicy berriesbright aciditybalanced sweetnessrefreshing

◑ Finish

Clean and dry finish with lingering blackberry and lemon notes that fade gradually. The botanical character persists subtly into the aftertaste, leaving the palate refreshed rather than cloying.

dry finishberry persistenceclean aftertaste
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
86
Taste
85
Appearance
82
Finish
81
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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