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Strawberry Belt Sour

Strawberry Belt Sour

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Strawberry Belt Sour is a tart, fruity, candy-inspired sour ale brewed for anyone who remembers crushing strawberry belt candies by the handful. Golden Ale extract, lactose, lactic acid, US-05 yeast, and sour strawberry belt candies come together for a bright, playful beer with strawberry flavor, tangy sweetness, and a smooth finish.

  • Candy-inspired sour character with tart strawberry flavor and nostalgic sweetness
  • Bright acidity from lactic acid for that sour-style bite
  • Smooth body from lactose, helping round out the tartness
  • Bold fruited profile with a strong 6.4% ABV finish

Tart, fruity, and seriously fun, this sour ale brings strawberry candy flavor into a grown-up homebrew.

Contains Lactose: This recipe includes lactose, a milk-derived sugar. In a finished 2-gallon batch, that equals about 0.25 oz, or 7 g, per 16 oz pint. If you are sensitive to lactose or avoid milk-derived ingredients, select a lactose-free recipe instead.

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STORY

Overview: Strawberry Belt Sour is a tart, candy-inspired sour ale brewed with Golden Ale extract, lactose, lactic acid, US-05 yeast, and sour strawberry belt candies. It delivers bold strawberry flavor, bright acidity, smooth body, and a playful nostalgic finish.

PROFILE

Tasting Notes: Expect a fruity sour ale with tart strawberry candy flavor, tangy sweetness, bright acidity, smooth lactose body, and a clean ale finish. It is bold, playful, and built for sour beer fans who like something a little different.

IMPORTANT BREWING NOTE

Candy Note: Use sour strawberry belt candies that are not sugar-free. Sugar-free candy can contain ingredients that may cause fermentation issues or unwanted flavors.

WHAT YOU GET

  • 1 Can Golden Ale Brewing Extract (HME)
  • 1 Packet Lactose
  • 1 Bottle Lactic Acid
  • 1 Packet US-05 Ale Yeast
  • 1 Muslin Hop Sack
  • 1 Packet No-Rinse Cleanser

YOU PROVIDE

1 lb Sour Strawberry Belt Candies, not sugar-free

FOR FANS OF

Bow & Arrow Brewing Co. Strawberry Amigo

Strawberry sour beers

Candy-inspired sour ales

Tart fruited beers

BREW SPECS

Style: Regional
Flavor: Fruity, tart, strawberry, candy-like, lightly sweet, and smooth
Original Gravity: 1.057
Final Gravity: 1.008
ABV: 6.4%
SRM (Color): 7
IBU (Bitterness): 25
Batch Size: 8 liters / about 2 gallons

BREW TIME

Fermentation: 3 weeks

Carbonation and Conditioning: 3–4 weeks

Best Enjoyed: After 6–8 weeks or longer

Conditioning Note: Sour-style recipes, lactose, candy additions, and higher ABV beers usually improve with additional conditioning.

WHY THIS RECIPE

Why Brew It: This recipe is a great choice for brewers who want a fun, tart, candy-inspired sour ale with bold strawberry flavor and smooth body. It is playful, nostalgic, and different from a standard fruit beer.

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    Anonymous
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    So good so easy

    First beer I've ever made. I live in a small town so unless I want mega brews or IPAs there's no variety so I decided to make my own. What a fantastic sour this made. It tastes just like strawberry belt sour candy with a very light fresh biscuit background. Odd combo to be sure but if you like sours at all you need to try this. Super easy too. I can't wait make it again using different flavored candy to see what happens.

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    Anonymous
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    FANTASTIC!!

    I have brewed this several times now because it is so delicious!

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    Anonymous
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Easy to follow recipe

    All in all a great beer I may have not gotten my ph right for the sour that I like. The over all taste is nice but subtle. Easy directions and easily followed.

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    Anonymous
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    One of our favorites

    I've made this beer twice now the first time with strawberry sour belt candies and it was great. The second time with cherry sour belt candies and also great. I'm going to try it with green apple sour candies to see how that turn out but I have high hopes for it. Everyone I've shared it with really loves the beer.

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