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

88

EPIC Brewing Oak and Orchard Dark Sour with Plum

Aroma: “Roasty and chocolate malt with a bit of barnyard Brett funk and dark fruit (plum and cherry). The fruit blends in with the malt and esters from the yeast.”

Flavor: “Everything seems to blend together. Rich dark caramel, plum, and cherry notes with moderate sourness. Finishes slightly astringent with a lingering sourness and plum ester character and some Brett funk. Residual sweetness improves drinkability. Aftertaste is smooth and not aggressive—‘more-ish.’ ”

Overall: “An intriguing dark sour with the subtle qualities of plum that blend into the rest of the malt and yeast character. Well balanced with adequate complexity. Very drinkable beer overall.”

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