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Review: New Belgium Erik's Ale

New Belgium American Wild Ale

aaaaah the beer is falling. No, not really.

New Belgium says:

“A sour beer for those who don’t like sour beers. And a fruit beer for those who don’t like fruit beers.”

New Belgium Erik’s Ale
American Wild Ale, 7% ABV

Sayeth the Guys:

Ryan: I have had this beer on tap multiple times.  Essentially, anytime I’ve run across it – I’ve ordered it.

Each time it has been delivered in a schooner, looking an apricot or orange in color, and smelling of awesomeness and tart fruit.  Lots of green apples and peaches in the nose of this beer.

Now THIS is what a sour beer should taste like.  Up front, you get a puckering sourness followed by the aforementioned green apple tartness and some sweet peaches.  The tantalizing tartness goes all the way to the back of the throat and finishes with a little acidity.

This beer is off the charts refreshing.  Typically, I like to share bombers, but I may keep one of these for myself.  Sorry Guys.

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