Whispers And Shadows
Orpheus Brewing

From a 4 pack of 16 oz. cans “Limited Release Series.” Decanted into a Perfect Pint glass. Dang it, I got conned by another sour / “Wild Ale.” I do not particularly enjoy sour beers and don’t actively seek them out. I noticed that 2 of the other Orpheus offering at the store said “Sour” on them so I carefully read the label. “Whispers & Shadows – Lime Lemon and Vanilla Berliner Weisse.” Hmm, that sounds ok. Maybe shandy-like but certainly not sour. NOPE! In the pint glass it’s attractive and smells of citrus. Taste is super sour, which if you like that in a beer – you may enjoy this. I don’t find any real drinkability though the 7.1% ABV is well masked.
Overall – not bad, but not great even given my admitted bias against sour beers. If you like the idea of a relatively strong (7.1%) / non-session sour ale with lemon and lime flavors, this one is for you. Would not purchase again.

 

What a terrific surprise! Found this one randomly at my local bottle shop and thought I would try.... It's sizzling hot out right now and this is refreshing and citrusy ... The ABV is potentially dangerous, the way I like it

 

 

 

 

Powerful sour tongue punch. Tart face puckering refreshment. 7% ABV. Would be good at the beach, lake or anywhere near food being cooked outdoors.