Sacred Space
Pure Project

Type: 16-oz. can
Reviewed as: Belgian Pale Ale
Glass: Pure Project 14-oz. snifter elemental (fire) glass
Price: $17.00 for a 4-pack
From: Pure Project Brewing in Balboa Park (San Diego), Calif.
Purchased: n/a; Received April 2, 2022
Consumed: April 29, 2022
Misc.: Canned on March 2, 2022; Split (1/4) with Sonny (1/4) and Kevin (2/4)

Got a can of this from Kevin. Pure Project’s website called for “Meet our Belgian-style single with Saaz hops, Sacred Space. Inspired by Trappist monks, this ale dons a pale color with a lacy white head. Built on an all-California grain bill, this brew will greet your palette with soft malt upfront that is rounded out by a dry, firm bitterness. Essences of pear, white pepper, and clove from the expression of a Belgian yeast strain intermingle with a spicy-floral hop character. This enchanting brew of yesteryear is perfect for warm weather enjoyment.”

Poured a pale-to-medium yellow semi-hazy color with six fingers of rocky white head. Could see some bubble streams creeping up along the sides of the glass. World-class semi-layered foamy lacing. Almost perfect foamy retention. (Sight - 4.75)

Smelled pretty damn good. In order got clove, apple, pear, banana, Circus Peanut candy, Belgian candi sugar, caramel, white pepper, Saaz, sourdough bread and grass. Not as good from the can. (Smell - 4.25)

Tasted even a little better than the nose. Wow, this is nice. In order got clove, apple, pear, banana, Circus Peanut candy, Belgian candi sugar, caramel, white pepper, Saaz, sourdough bread and grass. (Taste - 4.50)

Medium body. Oily-to-creamy texture. Lively carbonation. Long, spicy finish. (Feel - 4.50)

Damn. This was excellent, creeping on world-class. Of course Pure Project would nail this style. (Overall - 4.25)

4.41 | 98 | A

really impressive craft and quality from pure project. excellent belgian style. crisp and dry, a little bit light. straw, spice and citrus notes.