Wild Creatures Cuvée

◎ Appearance

Deep ruby hue with translucent clarity, revealing the wine-forward character suggested by the blend. The head is modest but persistent, with fine lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation is gentle, appropriate to the wine-influenced profile.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with dark stone fruit—plum and plum jam dominate, with secondary notes of dried cherry. Oak barrel aging contributes vanilla and subtle wood spice, while characteristic funky notes from wild fermentation add earthy complexity and a hint of barnyard character that evolves as the beer warms.

◐ Taste

The palate is dry and complex, with plum and darker fruit flavors framed by pronounced oak tannins. Acidity builds through the mid-palate, contributing tartness and a subtle wine-like structure. The low bitterness (10 IBU) recedes quickly, allowing the funky, earthy undertones and dried fruit characteristics to finish with mineral dryness.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and increasingly dry, with lingering plum skin bitterness and a persistent earthy funk. Aftertaste remains crisp and mineral-driven, without sweetness.