American Wild Ale

Uncover the untamed world of American Wild Ale, where spontaneity and wild yeast strains craft the unexpected. This board celebrates the art of fermentation, featuring sour ales, Brett-infused wonders, and fruit-laden lambics. Perfect for adventurous palates seeking the tangy, tart, and funky nuances of America's wild fermentation scene. Explore the boundary-pushing creativity and complex flavor profiles that define these captivating brews.
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Mixed-Fermentation Sour Beer
Let’s talk about the wild world of Mixed-Fermentation Sour Beers. As the name hints, these beers use a blend of conventional brewer’s yeast along with bacteria and wild yeasts like Brettanomyces. This creates a funky, complex, tart flavor profile. The base beer can be anything from a pale ale to a porter. Expect the original style to get transformed with notes of lemon, peach, hay, and earthy “barnyard” funk. The sourness ranges from gently tart to mouth-puckering.
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American Wild Ale
American Wild Ales are a unique type of sour beer originally inspired by the wild fermentation traditions of Belgium. These beers are fermented with wild yeast strains like Brettanomyces, which gives them funky, earthy flavors. The sourness comes from bacteria that kickstart a fermentation that makes the beer tart and crisp. American brewers have put their own spin on this old-world style, often aging the beers in wine or whiskey barrels to pick up woody, oaky notes.
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American Wild Ale
American Wild Ales are a unique type of sour beer originally inspired by the wild fermentation traditions of Belgium. These beers are fermented with wild yeast strains like Brettanomyces, which gives them funky, earthy flavors. The sourness comes from bacteria that kickstart a fermentation that makes the beer tart and crisp. American brewers have put their own spin on this old-world style, often aging the beers in wine or whiskey barrels to pick up woody, oaky notes.
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Brett Beer
Brett Beers – funky, sour brews fermented with wild Brettanomyces yeast. Unlike conventional brewer’s yeast, Brett imparts dry, earthy flavors described as “barnyard”, “leather”, or “horse blanket.” It really adds a rustic funk! Sourness comes from bacteria that often accompany Brett. The base beer style gets transformed – a Brett IPA will be dry, funky, and less hoppy. In a Brett Saison, you’ll get more tropical, citrus notes than peppery spice. ABV ranges depending on the base.
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Wild Specialty Beer
Let’s explore the avant-garde world of Wild Specialty Beers. As the name suggests, these are highly experimental brews fermented with wild yeast, bacteria, and unconventional ingredients. The result is maximum funky, sour flavors! The base beer gets transformed by the wild fermentation – expect super dry, tart, and earthy flavors well beyond typical beer. Notes of hay, leather, lemon, and tropical fruit are common. Acidity can range from pleasantly tart to face-puckering.
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American Wild Ale
American Wild Ales are a unique type of sour beer originally inspired by the wild fermentation traditions of Belgium. These beers are fermented with wild yeast strains like Brettanomyces, which gives them funky, earthy flavors. The sourness comes from bacteria that kickstart a fermentation that makes the beer tart and crisp. American brewers have put their own spin on this old-world style, often aging the beers in wine or whiskey barrels to pick up woody, oaky notes.
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Wild Specialty Beer
Let’s explore the avant-garde world of Wild Specialty Beers. As the name suggests, these are highly experimental brews fermented with wild yeast, bacteria, and unconventional ingredients. The result is maximum funky, sour flavors! The base beer gets transformed by the wild fermentation – expect super dry, tart, and earthy flavors well beyond typical beer. Notes of hay, leather, lemon, and tropical fruit are common. Acidity can range from pleasantly tart to face-puckering.
Brett Beers – funky, sour brews fermented with wild Brettanomyces yeast. Unlike conventional brewer’s yeast, Brett imparts dry, earthy flavors described as “barnyard”, “leather”, or “horse blanket.” It really adds a rustic funk! Sourness comes from bacteria that often accompany Brett. The base beer style gets transformed – a Brett IPA will be dry, funky, and less hoppy. In a Brett Saison, you’ll get more tropical, citrus notes than peppery spice. ABV ranges depending on the base. Light Salad, Beer Brewing
Brett Beer
Brett Beers – funky, sour brews fermented with wild Brettanomyces yeast. Unlike conventional brewer’s yeast, Brett imparts dry, earthy flavors described as “barnyard”, “leather”, or “horse blanket.” It really adds a rustic funk! Sourness comes from bacteria that often accompany Brett. The base beer style gets transformed – a Brett IPA will be dry, funky, and less hoppy. In a Brett Saison, you’ll get more tropical, citrus notes than peppery spice. ABV ranges depending on the base.
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Brett Beer
Brett Beers – funky, sour brews fermented with wild Brettanomyces yeast. Unlike conventional brewer’s yeast, Brett imparts dry, earthy flavors described as “barnyard”, “leather”, or “horse blanket.” It really adds a rustic funk! Sourness comes from bacteria that often accompany Brett. The base beer style gets transformed – a Brett IPA will be dry, funky, and less hoppy. In a Brett Saison, you’ll get more tropical, citrus notes than peppery spice. ABV ranges depending on the base.
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Wild Specialty Beer
Let’s explore the avant-garde world of Wild Specialty Beers. As the name suggests, these are highly experimental brews fermented with wild yeast, bacteria, and unconventional ingredients. The result is maximum funky, sour flavors! The base beer gets transformed by the wild fermentation – expect super dry, tart, and earthy flavors well beyond typical beer. Notes of hay, leather, lemon, and tropical fruit are common. Acidity can range from pleasantly tart to face-puckering.
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Brett Beer
Brett Beers – funky, sour brews fermented with wild Brettanomyces yeast. Unlike conventional brewer’s yeast, Brett imparts dry, earthy flavors described as “barnyard”, “leather”, or “horse blanket.” It really adds a rustic funk! Sourness comes from bacteria that often accompany Brett. The base beer style gets transformed – a Brett IPA will be dry, funky, and less hoppy. In a Brett Saison, you’ll get more tropical, citrus notes than peppery spice. ABV ranges depending on the base.
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Brett Beer
Brett Beers – funky, sour brews fermented with wild Brettanomyces yeast. Unlike conventional brewer’s yeast, Brett imparts dry, earthy flavors described as “barnyard”, “leather”, or “horse blanket.” It really adds a rustic funk! Sourness comes from bacteria that often accompany Brett. The base beer style gets transformed – a Brett IPA will be dry, funky, and less hoppy. In a Brett Saison, you’ll get more tropical, citrus notes than peppery spice. ABV ranges depending on the base.
a glass of beer with the words wild specialty beer
Wild Specialty Beer
Let’s explore the avant-garde world of Wild Specialty Beers. As the name suggests, these are highly experimental brews fermented with wild yeast, bacteria, and unconventional ingredients. The result is maximum funky, sour flavors! The base beer gets transformed by the wild fermentation – expect super dry, tart, and earthy flavors well beyond typical beer. Notes of hay, leather, lemon, and tropical fruit are common. Acidity can range from pleasantly tart to face-puckering.
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Wild Specialty Beer
Let’s explore the avant-garde world of Wild Specialty Beers. As the name suggests, these are highly experimental brews fermented with wild yeast, bacteria, and unconventional ingredients. The result is maximum funky, sour flavors! The base beer gets transformed by the wild fermentation – expect super dry, tart, and earthy flavors well beyond typical beer. Notes of hay, leather, lemon, and tropical fruit are common. Acidity can range from pleasantly tart to face-puckering.
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Wild Specialty Beer
Let’s explore the avant-garde world of Wild Specialty Beers. As the name suggests, these are highly experimental brews fermented with wild yeast, bacteria, and unconventional ingredients. The result is maximum funky, sour flavors! The base beer gets transformed by the wild fermentation – expect super dry, tart, and earthy flavors well beyond typical beer. Notes of hay, leather, lemon, and tropical fruit are common. Acidity can range from pleasantly tart to face-puckering.