Judge's Review: 94 Rating - The Laurentian Series, Lake Superior by Speciation Artisan Ales

The Laurentian Series, Lake Superior by Speciation Artisan Ales smells mild but rounded, weaving mild funk, light tropical fruit, citrus, light berry, and hints of oak into a delectable invitation. It drops cloudy straw blanketed by 1” of white foam with poor retention. Streams of rapidly rising bubbles fill the glass. A wide array of tropical fruit flavors, citrus and traces of berry roll over the tongue leaving a dry, tart fruit aftertaste. The funk is mild. The fruit, tart and oak tannins achieve a balance that makes you want to drink this beer all day. The body is medium-light, tartness is medium-high, and oak astringency medium low. This super refreshing, moderately dry beer makes you want to move next to the brewery. This beer and runny, funky cheese belong together.