Captain Lawrence Little Linda's Liquid

Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. is located in Pleasentville, NY. A relatively new microbrewery they have been putting out some very good beers, including a line of barrel aged smoked porters that are each aged in a different barrel (rum, bourbon, wine, apple brandy, etc.) Their Cuvee De Castleton is an amazing sour and I was exited to try this small batch sour. This starts out as a golden ale that is then barrel aged with wild yeasts and added NY cherries. I cracked my only bottle and here are my thoughts:

Super thick red wax on the bottle. Clear golden pour with a touch of pink and a small bubbly head. Funky upfront with light cherry and wet oak scents as well. A bit acidic with some vinegar and honey accents.



First sip birngs funky, cheesy flavors upfront with an underlying tart cherry that's rather mellow. A touch of honey midway through along with mineral water. Lemon zest and puckering tartness on the way down. Odd brew here, flavors seem off.

Mouthfeel is light and arid with solid carbonation. Overall, flavor is just a bit weird and seems infected in not a good way. Shared this one at that was more than enough. Glad to have had the opportunity but this didn't do it for me.

Overall, I gave this sour ale a rating of Average.

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