Oliphant Sunkiss'd Squishy 4Pk

Oliphant Sunkiss'd Squishy 4Pk is a four-pack of lemon and graham cracker fruited sour ale from Oliphant Brewing in Somerset, Wisconsin. The beer holds a 3.9 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 800 reviews, placing it among the brewery's well-received Squishy series of dessert-inspired sour ales built on a foundation of lactose, sea salt, and vanilla.

Quick Facts: Style: Fruited Sour Ale  |  Origin: Somerset, Wisconsin, USA  |  Key Additions: Lemon, Graham Cracker, Sea Salt, Vanilla, Lactose  |  Brewery: Oliphant Brewing

Production & Heritage

Oliphant Brewing operates out of Somerset, Wisconsin, where the team has developed a loyal following for their Squishy line of fruited sour ales. A distinguishing production choice across the Squishy series is the addition of fruit before fermentation rather than after, a technique the brewery credits with producing a noticeably smoother sour character with less chunky texture. Sunkiss'd Squishy specifically layers lemon over a graham cracker base, with sea salt, vanilla, and lactose providing body and a dessert-like sweetness that tempers the acidity.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright lemon zest leads, followed by a warm, biscuity graham cracker sweetness. Subtle vanilla rounds out the nose with a faint salted-cream quality from the lactose and sea salt additions.

Taste: The entry is tart and lemon-forward, hitting the palate with a clean citrus acidity. At mid-palate, graham cracker and vanilla emerge, creating a layered effect reminiscent of lemon meringue pie. The lactose contributes a soft, rounded mouthfeel, while sea salt amplifies the sweetness and keeps the finish from becoming cloying.

Finish: Medium in length with lingering lemon curd and a gentle saltiness. The vanilla and graham cracker fade slowly, leaving a balanced impression that invites the next sip.

How to Drink Sunkiss'd Squishy

Pour cold into a tulip glass or snifter to capture the aromatic complexity; this beer drinks best well-chilled. A Shandy Riff works well — combine a half pour with sparkling lemonade for a low-ABV refresher. It also substitutes effectively in a Berliner Weisse-style serve with a small splash of elderflower syrup for added floral depth. For brunch, try it alongside a Michelada variation using citrus hot sauce and a salted rim, where the beer's own salted lemon character amplifies the build.

Best For

• Introducing sour-curious friends to the fruited sour category
• Warm-weather backyard sessions and cookouts
• Pairing with brunch dishes that lean sweet or citrus-driven
• Building a tasting flight alongside other entries in the Oliphant Squishy lineup

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sunkiss'd Squishy taste like? It delivers a bright lemon tartness layered over graham cracker sweetness, with sea salt and vanilla creating a dessert-like profile softened by lactose.

How does Sunkiss'd Squishy compare to Oliphant's Super Squishy? Super Squishy leans into dark berry flavors — blackberry and raspberry — with coconut, while Sunkiss'd Squishy is citrus-driven with lemon and graham cracker as its core. Both share the lactose, sea salt, and vanilla base that defines the Squishy series.

Is Sunkiss'd Squishy good for sour beer beginners? Yes — the lactose and vanilla additions soften the acidity significantly, making it one of the more approachable fruited sours for drinkers new to the style.

Where is Sunkiss'd Squishy made? It is brewed at Oliphant Brewing, located at 350 Main Street in Somerset, Wisconsin, a small town in the western part of the state near the Minnesota border.

What foods pair well with Sunkiss'd Squishy? Lemon ricotta pancakes complement the citrus and vanilla notes; goat cheese salads echo the beer's tartness; key lime pie mirrors its dessert character; grilled shrimp tacos benefit from the salted lemon profile; and soft pretzels with mustard play against the sour-sweet balance.

What sizes does Sunkiss'd Squishy come in? It is available as a four-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format for this release from Oliphant Brewing.

Is Sunkiss'd Squishy worth the price? It positions in the craft four-pack range typical of small-batch fruited sours, and its strong Untappd reception and distinctive flavor profile represent solid value within the dessert-inspired sour category.

Why Sunkiss'd Squishy?

What separates this beer from the crowded field of pastry sours is Oliphant's pre-fermentation fruit addition, which yields a cleaner, smoother tartness without the pulpy texture common in the style. The lemon and graham cracker combination is less common than the berry-heavy profiles dominating fruited sours, giving Sunkiss'd Squishy a distinct identity. With an Untappd rating of 3.9 across hundreds of reviews, it has demonstrated consistent appeal beyond the brewery's local Wisconsin following. For drinkers who enjoy sour ales that balance genuine tartness with dessert-like comfort, this four-pack delivers a focused, well-executed take on the genre.