{"title":"The Sour Note","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-sour-note-cherry-gose-6pk","title":"The Sour Note Cherry Gose 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sour Note Cherry Gose 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 4% ABV gose-style ale brewed with Michigan cherry puree, coriander, sea salt, and lactose sugar, sold as a six-pack. Produced by The Sour Note Brewing out of Hammond, Indiana, this expression stands apart from many traditional gose recipes through its use of lactose, adding a subtle body and roundness that tempers the style's characteristic tartness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 4%  |  Origin: Hammond, Indiana, USA  |  Style: Cherry Gose  |  Brewery: The Sour Note Brewing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sour Note Brewing operated out of Hammond, Indiana, specializing in sour and wild ales. The Cherry Gose follows the traditional German gose blueprint — a wheat-based ale brewed with coriander and sea salt — but diverges with the addition of Michigan cherry puree and lactose sugar. The lactose contributes a subtle creaminess that softens the sour edges, while the cherry puree provides both color and fruit character without overwhelming the base beer's delicate salt-and-acid balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with lemon and sour apple, followed by a light barnyard funk. A subtle cherry note rounds out the aromatics, though it remains restrained rather than fruit-forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is medium-light in body with a firm, sharp sourness on entry. Lemon rind, apple cider vinegar, and a tonic-like bitterness dominate the mid-palate, while tart cherry and a subtle salinity emerge underneath. Layers of toasted malt and gentle funk add complexity beneath the acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry and decidedly tart, with lingering lemon juice flavors that carry through cleanly. The salt lingers faintly, encouraging another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Cherry Gose\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gose drinks best well chilled, poured into a tulip glass or Willi Becher to concentrate the aromatics. At 4% ABV, it is highly sessionable and works equally well on its own or as a component in beer cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBerliner Shandy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix with lemonade for a refreshing warm-weather drink that amplifies the citrus character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGose Michelada:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine with lime juice, hot sauce, and a salted rim — the beer's existing salinity and tartness create a natural fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherry Radler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend with grapefruit soda to highlight the cherry and citrus notes while keeping the ABV low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-weather cookouts and outdoor sessions where low ABV is ideal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing sour-curious drinkers to the gose style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with brunch dishes that call for bright acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a tasting flight of American fruited gose variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does The Sour Note Cherry Gose taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a sharp, tart profile led by lemon rind and apple cider vinegar, with restrained cherry fruit, subtle sea salt, and a dry, acidic finish. The lactose adds a faint creaminess that softens the sourness without making the beer sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Cherry Gose compare to Anderson Valley Cherry Gose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Anderson Valley's version uses Montmorency sour cherries and tends to deliver a more pronounced, bright cherry flavor upfront, while The Sour Note's rendition leans heavier into lemon-driven tartness and funky complexity, with cherry playing a supporting role. The addition of lactose in The Sour Note also gives it a slightly rounder mouthfeel than Anderson Valley's leaner, more traditional body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cherry Gose good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e At 4% ABV with a manageable tartness balanced by subtle salt and lactose, it serves as a solid introduction to sour beer styles, though drinkers who prefer sweetness may find the dry, acidic profile challenging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is The Sour Note Cherry Gose made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It was brewed by The Sour Note Brewing in Hammond, Indiana, a brewery that focused on sour and wild ale styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Cherry Gose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled shrimp or fish tacos complement the beer's salinity and citrus tartness. Fresh goat cheese or a light chèvre salad echoes the tangy acidity. Smoked pork benefits from the beer's dry, cutting sourness. Fruit-topped desserts like cherry clafoutis mirror the cherry notes, while briny oysters align naturally with the salt-forward character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Cherry Gose come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sour Note Cherry Gose is available as a six-pack of 12 oz units, the standard format for this release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cherry Gose worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as an approachable, session-strength craft gose, sitting in the everyday craft beer value tier rather than premium or limited-release pricing, making it a reasonable pickup for exploring the fruited gose category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Cherry Gose?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes this beer from the crowded American fruited gose field is the deliberate inclusion of lactose sugar alongside the traditional coriander-and-salt backbone. That addition creates a textural counterpoint to the sharp acidity that most competing cherry goses lack. The Michigan cherry puree contributes authentic regional fruit character without turning the beer into a fruit punch, keeping the focus on the style's essential tension between sour, salty, and savory. For drinkers exploring what American brewers have done with the gose tradition, this Hammond, Indiana release represents a thoughtful variation worth tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sour Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838351536297,"sku":"32497","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"the-sour-note-peach-gose-6pk","title":"The Sour Note Peach Gose 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sour Note Peach Gose 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a kettle-soured wheat gose brewed with peach at 6.5% ABV, sold as a six-pack. Produced by The Sour Note Brewing out of Hammond, Indiana — a project affiliated with 18th Street Brewery — this gose earned a 3.9 out of 5 rating on Untappd across nearly 1,500 reviews, reflecting consistent praise for its balance of fruit, salt, and lactic tartness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6.5%  |  Origin: Hammond, Indiana, USA  |  Style: Peach Gose (Sour Wheat Ale)  |  Brewery: The Sour Note Brewing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sour Note Brewing operated in Hammond, Indiana, with greater than 25% ownership held by 18th Street Brewery, a well-regarded Northwest Indiana craft operation. The Peach Gose follows the traditional gose grain bill of at least 50% malted wheat alongside Pilsner malt, then undergoes kettle souring — a method in which Lactobacillus bacteria is introduced to the wort in the brew kettle, given time to generate lactic acid, and then boiled before standard yeast fermentation proceeds. This controlled souring technique produces a clean, predictable tartness rather than the wilder acidity of spontaneous fermentation, and the addition of peach provides a fruity counterpoint to the style's hallmark salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe peach leads immediately, followed by a light breadiness from the wheat malt and a faint lactic tang. A whisper of sea salt rounds out the nose without overpowering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bright and tart, with lactic sourness hitting first before juicy peach sweetness fills the mid-palate. A gentle salinity emerges as the beer warms on the tongue, balancing the acidity and adding depth to what is otherwise a lean, refreshing body. The wheat base contributes a soft, slightly creamy texture that keeps the sourness from feeling sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-short and clean, with peach lingering alongside a pleasant sweet-tart interplay. The salt fades last, leaving a dry, thirst-quenching close that invites another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Peach Gose\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe cold — around 40–45°F — in a tulip glass or straight from the container to preserve carbonation. This is a sessionable sour best enjoyed as-is, though it also works as a base for beer cocktails. In a \u003cstrong\u003eGose Shandy\u003c\/strong\u003e, combine it with fresh lemonade for a double-citrus refresher that amplifies the tartness. Try it in a \u003cstrong\u003ePeach Radler\u003c\/strong\u003e mixed with sparkling water and a splash of peach nectar for a low-ABV warm-weather drink. It also substitutes well in a \u003cstrong\u003eMichelada\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the existing salt and acidity complement hot sauce and lime without needing additional seasoning on the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard cookouts and summer gatherings where a light, tart beer outperforms heavier ales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing hop-averse friends to craft beer through approachable fruit-forward sourness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing alongside spicy dishes that benefit from a cooling, acidic counterpart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a sour beer tasting flight to compare kettle-soured styles against wild ales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Peach Gose taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a bright lactic tartness balanced by juicy peach sweetness and a subtle salted finish, with a soft wheat body that keeps the sourness approachable and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Peach Gose compare to Anderson Valley Briney Melon Gose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Anderson Valley is widely credited with popularizing the American gose revival and produces fruit gose variants at a similar ABV range, but The Sour Note's version leans more heavily into stone-fruit sweetness and a pronounced peach character, whereas Anderson Valley tends toward a drier, more mineral-driven profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Peach Gose good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its clean peach flavor and moderate 6.5% ABV make it one of the more accessible entry points into sour beer, especially for drinkers who enjoy fruit-forward flavors but are wary of aggressive acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Peach Gose made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sour Note Peach Gose was brewed by The Sour Note Brewing in Hammond, Indiana, a brewery project affiliated with the established 18th Street Brewery in the same region of Northwest Indiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Peach Gose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled shrimp tacos benefit from the beer's acidity cutting through char and spice. Fresh goat cheese or burrata complements the tart, fruity profile. Thai green papaya salad mirrors the sweet-sour-salty balance. Stone fruit desserts like peach cobbler echo the beer's core flavor. Smoked pork shoulder pairs well, as the salt and tartness slice through rich, fatty meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Peach Gose come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is a six-pack, which is the standard retail format for The Sour Note Peach Gose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Peach Gose worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions within the craft sour beer segment at a mid-range price point, and its 3.9 Untappd rating across nearly 1,500 reviews suggests strong consumer satisfaction relative to comparably priced fruit goses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Peach Gose?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this beer from the growing crowd of American fruit goses is the kettle-souring technique combined with a generous peach addition that doesn't tip into cloying sweetness. The Sour Note Brewing, through its connection to 18th Street Brewery, brought legitimate brewing infrastructure to a style that many smaller operations treat as an afterthought. Nearly 1,500 Untappd reviewers consistently highlighted the balance between tart, sweet, and salty as the beer's defining strength — a three-way equilibrium that many fruit goses struggle to achieve. For drinkers exploring the sour category or returning to a reliable warm-weather staple, this Peach Gose delivers a well-constructed take on the style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sour Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838351667369,"sku":"33065","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"the-sour-note-pineapple-gose-6pk","title":"The Sour Note Pineapple Gose 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sour Note Pineapple Gose 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a six-pack of fruited gose-style ale brewed with pineapple by The Sour Note Brewing in Hammond, Indiana. This expression earned an 88-point rating on BeerAdvocate, placing it among well-regarded American interpretations of the classic German sour wheat style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Style: Fruited Gose  |  Origin: Hammond, Indiana, USA  |  Format: 6-Pack  |  Brewery: The Sour Note Brewing (18th Street Brewery)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sour Note Brewing operated as the dedicated sour and wild ale division of 18th Street Brewery in Hammond, Indiana. Gose is a centuries-old German wheat beer style defined by the use of coriander and sea salt during brewing, producing a tart, saline character distinct from other sour ales. The Pineapple Gose builds on that traditional base by incorporating pineapple fruit additions, amplifying the tropical dimension while preserving the style's hallmark salinity and dry, acidic backbone. Note that The Sour Note Brewing is no longer in active operation, making remaining stock a limited find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe pineapple leads the nose immediately, followed by earthy wheat grain and a light, bready quality. Underneath, subtle floral and tropical fruit notes round out the aromatics without overwhelming the grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bright with pineapple juice sweetness that quickly pivots to a tart, citrus-like acidity on the mid-palate. A pleasant sea-salt minerality emerges alongside light wheat malt, and some drinkers have noted a fleeting hint of coconut that briefly evokes a piña colada quality before the sourness takes over. The overall impression balances fruit, salt, and tartness without any single element dominating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is dry and moderately tart, with lingering salinity and a faint echo of tropical fruit. It cleans the palate efficiently, inviting another sip rather than lingering heavily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Pineapple Gose\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour cold — around 40–45°F — into a tulip glass or Willi Becher to concentrate the fruit aromatics. This gose drinks best on its own, but its tart salinity and fruit-forward profile also make it a capable ingredient in beer cocktails. A \u003cstrong\u003eGose Margarita\u003c\/strong\u003e substitutes this beer for a portion of the citrus mixer, where the built-in salt and acid do double duty. A \u003cstrong\u003eRadler-style serve\u003c\/strong\u003e with a splash of lemonade extends the refreshment factor on hot days. A \u003cstrong\u003eShandy Michelada\u003c\/strong\u003e variation — combining Pineapple Gose with lime juice, hot sauce, and a Tajín rim — leverages the beer's existing salinity and fruit to create a layered savory-tropical drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing sour-beer-curious drinkers to the gose style through an accessible, fruited gateway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer cookouts, beach days, and outdoor gatherings where low-weight, high-refreshment beers shine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing alongside spicy or seafood-forward dishes at a dinner party\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors and sour beer enthusiasts seeking discontinued brewery releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Pineapple Gose taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers bright pineapple fruit up front, followed by a tart, lightly sour acidity and a distinctive sea-salt minerality that is characteristic of the gose style. The finish is dry and clean with lingering tropical notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Pineapple Gose compare to Westbrook Gose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Westbrook Gose is a traditional, unfruited gose that emphasizes the classic coriander-and-salt balance with restrained tartness, while The Sour Note's version layers pineapple fruit over that same saline-sour framework, making it sweeter on entry and more tropical in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pineapple Gose good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the pineapple fruit addition softens the sour edge and adds a familiar tropical sweetness, making this an approachable first step into sour beer for drinkers more accustomed to wheat ales or fruit beers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Pineapple Gose made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It was brewed by The Sour Note Brewing, the sour ale division of 18th Street Brewery, located in Hammond, Indiana, in the greater Chicago metropolitan area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Pineapple Gose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fish tacos benefit from the beer's salinity and citric tartness mirroring a squeeze of lime. Ceviche echoes the tropical-acid profile naturally. Grilled shrimp with mango salsa creates a complementary fruit-on-fruit pairing. Thai green curry finds balance against the salt and sour. Goat cheese salads match the beer's tangy acidity with creamy richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Pineapple Gose come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is sold as a six-pack; individual can or bottle size details were not confirmed by the brewery prior to its closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pineapple Gose worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions in the craft-gose value tier — comparable to other domestic fruited sour ales — but its discontinued status from a now-closed brewery may affect secondary-market availability and perceived collectibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Pineapple Gose?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sour Note Pineapple Gose stands on an 88-point BeerAdvocate rating and a production pedigree rooted in 18th Street Brewery's dedicated sour program. Its balance of pineapple fruit, sea salt, and wheat-driven tartness hits a sweet spot that avoids the over-sugared trap many fruited sours fall into. With The Sour Note Brewing no longer in operation, remaining six-packs represent a finite piece of Indiana's craft sour beer history. For drinkers who value a clean, fruit-accented gose that respects the German tradition while adding an American twist, this release delivers on that premise.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sour Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838351765673,"sku":"32933","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/the-sour-note.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}