Ballast Point Brewing Co. Citrus Cove Gose

“Massive orange Creamsicle nose. Obvious orange and vanilla notes; vanilla maybe more than a bit over the top. Pleasant tartness rounds the beer out. Citrus notes come across as natural and fresh; vanilla is earthy-sweet and complementary. Crisp and enjoyable. One dimensional but really well-done.”

Rich fruit character, though not distinctly cherry; also Brett, wood, and earth. Lack of head suggests wine. Oak character adds pleasant light spiciness, with fruit fermentation esters; tart, with berry notes. Subtle yet complex.

__Aroma:__ “Medium lemon, tangerine, and orange aroma that is somewhat subtle. Slight acidity is noticeable as it warms. Touch of sweetness. Slight, almost passion fruit, juiciness is present.” __Flavor:__ “Bright orange and tangerine notes dominate up front with a touch of lime. An interesting but subtle saltiness appears in the middle but transitions into a somewhat bitter finish that lingers until the next sip. Bright acidity is present up front. Carbonation carries the beer well.” __Overall:__ “Big citrus beer with a light acidity and touch of salt. The beer itself was a bit sweeter than expected with not quite enough acidity to make it taste like a beermosa. Nice, light and refreshing—I would definitely drink this with breakfast on a lazy Sunday.”