Full Sail Brewing Co KYLA Sunbreak Pineapple Ginger Colada
What the brewers say
With a hint of ginger, pineapple, and coconut. Gluten free, vegan, 1 g sugar, live cultures.
What our panel thought
Hazy, light yellow. Low head. Medium-high carb. From the combo, I was expecting some kind of piña colada spin off, but the nose emphasizes a strong spicy ginger, backed by a moderate ripe pineapple. The coconut is there, providing a sense of sweetness, but it’s understated. Pineapple flavor dominates at first with soft, sweet coconut blending well. Ginger comes through the middle like a raging bull and sits firmly in a mostly dry finish. Some tartness comes from the kombucha foundation, along with some earthy astringency. The coconut hides out until the aftertaste, but even there, it’s eclipsed by the ginger. Ginger komucha is classic combo, so this is just a slightly more nuanced example.
What our editors thought
High-key pineapple with a deft touch of coconut and just a bit of ginger. Thankfully, the pineapple does the talking. In the sip, that pineapple is pushed forward by a significant sweetness with just a touch of a sharp edge to it. The ginger note is background, adding depth without stealing the show. Very light coconut adds a creaminess but is more function than flavor. Pleasantly tropical with just a bit of spice, fulfilling the cocktail promise.
