Our Score: 98/100
Overview – Epic Brewing Oak & Orchard Rosé
Coming from the passionate craftsmen at Epic Brewing Company, the Oak & Orchard Rosé has earned impeccable scores from our panel—98 out of 100 is no modest feat! Brewed with a unique combination of rose hips, hibiscus, and strawberry, this unusual beer offers a delightful taste that is balanced between tart and sweet.
Aroma
The aroma of this brew is a standout feature, having earned a rating of 11. The moment the bottle opens, your nostrils are embraced with pleasant complexities of candied strawberry, tropical fruit, and delicate floral notes. There’s a noticeable earthiness too—a certain horse-blanket-and-barnyard funk—that adds an unexpected yet intriguing edge to the scent profile. It’s like a welcome invitation to a sensory adventure.
Appearance
Living up to its name, the Oak & Orchard Rosé presents an engaging rosé hue, for which it scores a 3 . It’s perfectly pink and owes its enticing appearance to its unique ingredients of rose hips, hibiscus, and strawberries.
Flavor
Scoring a 20 on flavor, Epic Brewing Oak & Orchard Rosé is an absolute blast of taste complexities. The candied strawberry flavor swirls through your mouth with sweet, tart, and sour notes, merging harmoniously with the funky barnyard and leather flavors and ending with a floral finish. It’s as if your favorite strawberry hard candy has escaped from the wrapper to explore a fragrant botanical garden—the experience is nothing short of extraordinary.
Mouthfeel
Earning a sound score of 5 in the mouthfeel category, the Oak & Orchard Rosé has a rounded and acid-forward feel, counterbalanced by a hint of sweetness. There’s a brilliant bite to it. Nonetheless, it bubbles up cheerfully on your tongue, leaving behind a pleasantly dry, fruity note that keeps you coming back for more sips.
Conclusion
As our editors put it, the Oak & Orchard Rosé is a Jolly Rancher with the backbone of subtle, yet confident woody tannins. It is a brew that dares to tread uncharted territories by offering a symphony of flavors and aromas rarely observed in traditional beers. Are you ready to answer the call of the Oak & Orchard Rosé? One taste and you’ll be hooked.
L beer offers a delightful and refreshing experience. The oak barrel aging adds complexity and subtle notes of vanilla, creating a well-balanced and truly memorable brew. Epic Brewing has once again delivered a standout beer that showcases their commitment to quality and innovation. Cheers to a near-perfect score!
L beer delivers a delightful blend of flavors that is sure to please any beer enthusiast. The addition of oak barrels adds a subtle complexity and depth to the beer, creating a truly memorable drinking experience. With such a high score, it’s clear that Epic Brewing Company has created something special with their Oak & Orchard Rosé.