If you’re looking to impress, poppin’ open today’s 4.25 UT-rated Chene des Fous 2018 at your next get-together is sure to make the eyes of the Sour lovers around you sparkle with joy. 

Not just because of its effervescent and tingling-tart mouthfeel, but also because Chene des Fous hails from Portland’s famed Cascade Brewing. The New York Times crowns these Oregon award-winning brewers with crafting the Best Sour Beer in America!

Plus, they joined forces with their friends at Burial Beer Co. in Asheville, NC. This tight-knit crew beat out powerhouses like Bottle Logic, Side Project and even Cantillon to be named one of the Top 10 Small Breweries of 2019 by Beer and Brewing!

So yeah, this ain’t your grocery store Sour — this is an artisan blend of multiple Sours that’ve been aging for up to 18-months in French oak barrels with dried sumac, fresh apricots, and toasted American oak chains.

Which means you may be tempted to keep today’s mouth-puckering pour with notes of dried stonefruit and savory lemon all to yourself. 

But be forewarned; if your friends find out you scored Chene des Fous and didn’t share, they’ll sound a lot like this disgruntled fan responding to his bud’s UT check-in:

“Just so we’re clear - I hate you and am jealous."

With today’s bottle in hand, you get to decide — will you celebrate with friends, or taunt your foes?

Rated 4.25 on Untappd!

Tavour strictly supports independent beer. Cascade Brewing is certified independent by the Brewers Association