WHAT'S BEHIND A SOUR BEER

27 February 2023
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Beer that has a purposely acidic, tart, or sour flavour is referred to as sours, sometimes known as sour beer, or sours.


What kind of beer is a sour?

Sour beers rely on a few types of acid producing bacteria for the fermentation process. We use ‘Lactobacillus’ bacteria - which is also found in popular prebiotic foods such as yogurt.

You don’t want Lactobacillus going anywhere near non-sour fermented beers in the production cycle! There’s a huge risk of contaminating and ruining the wrong brew if Lactobacillus comes in contact.

If you are Looking for a refreshing craft sour beer? Enter the Ballistic WaterMeLawn, a sour ale contains the perfect balance of tart acidity, juicy watermelon and salt to get the job done. Originally made for the Royal Queensland Food & Wine Show Beer Awards, it ended up taking out the best desalinated beer category and has become a Ballistic staple.


What pairs well with sour beer?

  • Spicy foods.
  • Fatty cuts of beer
  • Sausage and other salty, cured meats
  • Deep-fried foods like french fries or onion rings.

 

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