Sour Ale

A Sour Ale is a type of beer known for its tart and acidic taste, achieved through the use of wild yeast strains or bacteria during fermentation. These beers can range from mildly tart to intensely sour, offering flavors that include fruity, citrusy, funky, and earthy notes. Brewers intentionally introduce strains like Lactobacillus, Pediococcus, or Brettanomyces alongside traditional brewing yeast to create this characteristic sourness. Sour Ales encompass styles such as Berliner Weisse, Gose, Lambic, Flanders Red Ale, and American Wild Ale, each contributing unique flavors influenced by regional brewing traditions.