In a blind tasting by BJCP trained experts, this beer rated

83

Perennial Artisan Ales Merna

Aroma: “Stewed fruit and oak barrels with spicy phenols, slight vegetal character. Behind that there’s orange and pineapple and a bit of bready malt. Lightly sweet, some alcohol notes.”

Flavor: “Pineapple, citrus, orange. Sour. Tartness, low sweetness, no bitterness. Some smooth sweet malt.”

Overall: “A tart and acidic glass of white-grape must that is balanced by some oak-soaked vanilla. The combination of flavors works okay and creates an interesting result. Just a bit of vinegar/acetic acid adds depth but may go a bit too far for some.”

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