The name of the beer style Gose is German and is pronounced much the same way as the name Rosa, with emphasis on the “o”; and the “e” making an “Uh” sound; like so “Goes-uh.” Its origin is tied to Goslar, a town in Eastern Germany. Whether the beer was named for the town or the Gose River flowing through the town is unclear, but the town was named for the river, so it’s safe to say the beer’s name tracks back to the river also.
Style: Gose
Time to ferment: 10 Days
Time to condition: 3 weeks
ABV: 4.1%
IBU: 9
Malts: Pilsen Malt, Wheat Malt, Acidulated Malt
Hops: Sorachi Ace
Adjuncts: Pink Hawaiian Sea Salt, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
Appearance: Light straw with a slight orange tint, abundant white head
Aroma: Key Lime, sourdough bread, pome fruit (apples, pears, quince)
Flavor: Noticeably sour, sourdough bread, sea salt noticeable but not dominant, low notes of lemon and grapefruit, Key Lime prominent throughout
Mouthfeel: Light to low-medium body; Good carbonation; Crisp, clean and overall refreshing