Westbrook Gozu

Westbrook Gozu is basically the same beer as their Gose, but with the addition of juice from the citrus yuzu fruit. The first thing I notice is that the saltiness and sourness is cut considerably. Citrus notes are now added as well, the fruit is adding a light lemony flavor and aroma. I’m surprised at just how different this is. The yuzu fruit really changes the drinking experience and also makes the style much more approachable. At the end of the day I still prefer Westbrook Gose, which is not to say this isn’t a great beer. I feel this would actually make for a great first or second “sour” step.