The World of Sour Beer is just now getting the comeback it deserves! You're bound to see them across store shelves this summer and they are ideal companions for the summer as they are refreshing and typically low in ABV.

First of all, the term “Sour Beer” isn’t a great term to describe the styles as a whole. Yes, they are more sour than other beer styles, but compared to other beverages like White Wine and Cider, they are actually quite similar. One of the biggest factors that can affect the perceived sourness is the amount of residual sugar left in a drink.

Just a month ago it was Chardonnay Day – arguably the Queen of white grapes. Now we are exploring one of the coolest food-friendly varieties with Chenin Blanc. Fresh fruited, mineral, and floral in its youth, Chenin Blanc is also capable of producing ageworthy wines due to its naturally high acidity. As it matures it will gift you with honeyed stone fruits combined with a smoky minerality.