greased lightnin’- imperial pastry sour

You can conjure up a host of delicious things with cherries and raspberries. They're perfect for jams, jellies, and preserves, but they also add a special touch to any cake or tart. You can make ice cream with them, pick them raw and still warm from the tree or bush and eat them, or use them to enhance savory dishes. You can also make beer with them, and we have to admit, that's our favorite option. That, and Grandma's cherry pie with crumble.

Spanish breweries Cierzo Brewing and Attik Brewing have joined forces for a fast-paced collaboration, combining forces—and tons of fresh fruit—to create Greased Lightnin'. The Imperial Pastry Sour is a summery cherry and raspberry smoothie that boasts a buoyant 8.0% ABV. Thanks to lactose, the beer is wonderfully sweet and creamy, and a trio of grains supports this effect with a creamy consistency and velvety mouthfeel.

Greased Lightnin' presents itself in a cherry-pink gold and is crowned with a head of pink foam. The aroma is pure summer: ripe raspberries and cherries tickle the nose and entice you to sip. The flavor profile continues this excellent first impression, combining the summer fruits with light-hearted acidity and the creamy sweetness of a strawberry milkshake.