In a blind tasting by BJCP trained experts, this beer rated
95
Jagged Mountain Brewery Grouse Mountain Blood Orange Gose
Aroma: “Light citrus and grapefruit pith, and orange, grapefruit, and lime, complemented by light lactic sourness. Fruity and juicy on the nose, with an ever-so-slight wheat character malt at the back.”
Flavor: “Starts off with light sweetness and orange juiciness, and then becomes very tart citrus and lightly pithy. Notes of hops bitterness come in, along with lemon and lime. Strong lactic acid and bright acidity that linger in the back and on the cheeks. Salt carries throughout and is really fantastic. The finish is clean and sweet and tart, inviting you back for another sip.”
Overall: “Huge citrus bomb that has great tartness and sweetness with acidity that’s through the roof—like a Warheads candy. Juicy and thirst-quenching, and the touch of salt would make you want to drink more, while hitting the spot. An interesting contrast of flavors with some complexity and character.”