A Complex and intriguing original. The mystery began with wild yeast spontaneously fermenting a rich treasure of malted barley and whole cherries. Unlined oak casks breathe deep vanilla hues and chords of smoke into this sour brown ale. Our Master Brewer has forged a smooth garnet tapestry that defies description. Wander off the beathen path.
Beer Ratings and Reviews:
[1] Review by Clash from Chattanooga, TN, USA who has tried this beer once. (7/2/2008 5:38:20 PM)
"This beer poured a murky brown appearance with a moderate sized head. The flavor contained some nutmeg, lots of sour cherries, and a woody presence. The flavor was somewhat sour with more cherries, some citrus notes, and oak. A nicely done sour ale! "
Aroma:
9/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
8/10
Flavor:
8/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(4)
Sampled: Bottle
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure
[2] Review by bluesandbarbq from Oak Ridge, Tennessee, USA who has tried this beer once. (1/16/2008 3:22:07 PM)
"Courtesy of pfoxyjohn. Pours a tea-brown amber with a thin head and good lacing. Slight carbonation. Aromas of sweet Jack Daniels sour-mash with sweet cherry and malts. Taste is like mild sweet cherry Jack Daniels. Very different and very tasty. "
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
7/10
Flavor:
8/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.8)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $0 Unit Cost: $0 per Pint
[3] Review by beerguy101 from Newark, CA, USA who has tried this beer once. (9/13/2007 9:52:41 PM)
"This Flemish Sour ale pours a hazy amber brown color from a 12oz bottle. Medium sized whitish foamy head, quickly dissipating, with decent lacing. Aroma is malts, sour cherries, some wood and some brett. A full-bodied Flemish Sour. The malts are fruity and sweet, lots of cheery flavors. There is some tartness at the finish. There is some oak, and some funk and some vinegar tartness that is so characteristic of the wild yeasts. The intense cherry flavors sort of linger and slowly fade away in you mouth. Very smooth taste. Nice balance. It is incredibly full on the palate. This beer is right up there with the Belgian Red. Mouthfeel is full and round. Finish is smooth. Aftertaste is slightly sweet with a touch of tartness. "
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
8/10
Mouthfeel:
10/10
Flavor:
9/10
Overall:
9/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(4.4)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $3 Unit Cost: $4 per Pint
[4] Review by canjelly from Kaukauna, WI, USA who has tried this beer once. (7/15/2007 10:32:23 PM)
"I must have hit a bad one but the 2 guys with me all agreed. This beer couldnt get past its overpowering oak flavor. I noted a bit of vanilla, but it was shortlived because of the feel of drinking a mouth full of oak shavings. I know it is aged in oak barrels, but really, I have had beers aged in oak barrels before and the oak compliments the flavor. With this beer it just takes it over and leaves nothing to the imagination. It poured to a slightly amber color with little head. Would I try it again... we all agreed.. no.
"
Aroma:
7/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
3/10
Flavor:
3/10
Overall:
4/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(2.3)
Sampled: Bottle
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure
[5] Review by HeddyMuggz from Little Rock, AR, USA who has tried this beer once. (6/5/2007 2:08:08 AM)
"cloudy and amber, this pour has an adequate light head and some lacing. I would say it its tartness overrides the malt. A bit sour for my taste but i am sure it is good for its type. It certainly lets you know they done call it a sour for nothing. YOu have to like sours to enjoy this I think."
Aroma:
7/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
7/10
Flavor:
5/10
Overall:
6/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.2)
Sample Size: 12oz @ $2.25 Unit Cost: $3 per Pint
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