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Mischievous

Michigan
United States
Mischievous New Holland Brett Beer
Judges Ratings 
1 Review
76
Aroma:
15 / 24
Flavor:
33 / 40
Appearance:
5 / 6
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
14 / 20
Description 

Mischievous presents flavors derived from its 100% brettanomyces fermentation. This wild yeast contributes earthiness, spice, mineral-character and slight tartness.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.5%
IBUs: 
14
Hops: 
Magnum
Malts: 
Two-Row, Acidulated, Munich, Carapils, Wheat
Judges Review 
Sean Coughlin's picture
Judges Rating:
76
Aroma:
15 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
33 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
14 / 20

While many 100 percent Brettanomyces-fermentation beers produce interesting yeast-driven complexity, the aroma of this beer is very one-dimensional: more "stank" than "funk." There is a pronounced white grape aroma with a bit of acetone (nail polish remover) in the background. The clarity in this medium-golden beer is exceptional, but the small, thin, off-white head practically disappears as soon as it is built. The flavor has notes of hay, leather, and cardboard with a bone dry finish. There is a noted element of acidity but it doesn't overwhelm the beer. There is also a vinous character but its flavors are more musty than bright. Different strains of Brettanomyces can produce wildly different results – this particular strain (and execution of fermentation) resulted in a beer that was much too earthy and solvent-laden to be enjoyable.

Brewery Introduction

Every beer we make captures a flavor, a harvest, a season, a moment in time. When we started brewing in 1997, we set out to transform the standards of flavor and enrich the lives of those around us.

Today, as our beer is sold across the country, our goal remains the same. Life is found in... Read More

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