Spring is in the air, and with it comes the return of Orbit Beers' White Label Series (WLS) April Sours!
Set to launch on April 24th, 2025, this year's releases feature two tart and delicate fruity brews: WLS095 Rhubarb Sour and WLS096 Earl Grey Sour.
Both sours share a common base of wheat malt, lager malt, Pilgrim hops, and Lallemand WildBrew Helveticus, providing a balanced and subtly tart foundation for the beer. From there, they both take on subtly unique, fruity flavours.
WLS95 Rhubarb Sour – Brewed with forced rhubarb from B. Tomlinson & Son (aka Rhubarb Robert), one of the last remaining producers in Yorkshire’s legendary Rhubarb Triangle. This uniquely cultivated ingredient, grown in total darkness and harvested by candlelight, imparts a soft pink hue and a delicate, earthy and fruity tang, creating a sherbet-like taste.
WLS96 Earl Grey Sour – Inspired by the timeless elegance of Earl Grey tea, this beer showcases the aromatic citrus of bergamot, sourced from La Sovrana, a family-run farm in Italy. The Orbit brew team hand-zested and juiced the fresh bergamots, infusing the beer with bright citrus top notes, floral depth, and a tart lemony finish. The result? A refreshing and sophisticated sour that perfectly captures the spirit of spring.
A Celebration of Seasonal Ingredients
At Orbit Beers, we’re committed to sourcing high-quality, fresh ingredients from independent, family-run farms where possible. The April Sours series is a tribute to these exceptional ingredients, allowing their pure, natural flavours to shine in a beautifully balanced sour beer.
Mark your calendars for April 24th where we'll have both sours on tap to sample in the sunshine, and we'll be giving people a tour of the brewery at 7pm.
