Catharina sour
Term from the Brauwerkstatt brewing glossary, category “Beer styles”.
Explanation
Brazilian beer style from the state of Santa Catarina: a light, refreshing sour beer that is briefly soured with lactic acid bacteria in the kettle (“kettle sour”) and gets lots of fresh fruit, such as passion fruit, guava or mango. Since 2021 it has been listed in the BJCP guidelines as the first Brazilian style. Typical: 4–5.5 % ABV, 2–8 IBU.
Test your knowledge
Which country does the beer style “Catharina sour” come from?
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Mexico
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Correct: Brazil. Brazilian beer style from the state of Santa Catarina: a light, refreshing sour beer that is briefly soured with lactic acid bacteria in the kettle (“kettle sour”) and gets lots of fresh fruit, such as passion fruit, guava or mango.