Bavik De Brabandere Petrus Oud Bruin Sour Red/Brown at 5.5% ABV (€2.25 at de Biertempel Brussels, 330 ml, best before 4-Dec-2016)
Appearance: clear deep amber with a short tan head diminishing rapidly to a thin skim, minimal lacing. (3/5) Aroma: sour cherries, candi sugar, red berries, woody, vinegar. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, mild bitter, moderate tart. (7/10) Palate: medium body, lively to moderate carbonation, dry tart finish. (4/5)
Quite a mellow sour, but balanced and even-handed. The aroma has a distinct but not overwhelming vinegar, which follows through on the tongue as a mild and pleasant tang. I would definitely enjoy this more if it were more aggressive, but I can see the attraction of a mellow sour, too. (14/20)
My 194th from the 2010 Edition (182nd from the 2013 edition), and 204th combining both editions.
7/10 #1001beers #ryansbooze ryansbooze.com
