Score: 96/100 – World-Class
From a 473ml can served cool at 9 degrees Celsius into a TeKu glass. Canned on 17-06-2022 – making this 7 weeks old. I picked up the can just a few days ago from a local specialty shop.
Typically I wouldn’t review an IPA after this many weeks from the canning line. I’m making an exception since I’m curious if Messorem produces a shelf-stable product.
This may be my first official Messorem breview – a brewery I’m pretty excited about. Regardless of the production date, my expectations are high.
Appearance 6/6
The beer pours an opaque gold with 4cm of dense, creamy, off-white head which dissipates into a craggy cap within 4+ minutes. Great lacing and head retention.
Aroma 24/24
Strong intensity with good balance. The aroma is bright and layered with a grounding pungency.
Pronounced citrus (grapefruit + tangerines + a hint of lime) and lush, ripe tropical fruit (pineapple + papaya) at the forefront. Moderate coconut and cedar-like woodiness paired with mild perfumy alcohol add layers while low melon and supportive crackery malt along with a trace of vegetal dankness round out an incredibly complex and nuanced aroma.
The dry nose is mostly bready-citrusy with notes of bright lime, mild pine, and round, crackery malt. Beautiful.
Flavour 37/40
Strong intensity with good balance and moderate perceived bitterness.
The juicy palate opens up with pronounced citrus (grapefruit + tangerines + lime), stone fruit (peach), and mild woody pine making way for a sharper center where the citrus remains while stone fruit is being taken over by pine, a touch of anise, low herbs, and a supportive crackery malt.
The medium-length finish is balanced and of moderate strength with notes of grapefruit peel, pine, low coconut, a hint of grass, and low crackery malt. Delicious!
Mouthfeel 10/10
Medium-full body with moderate carbonation. The mouthfeel is creamy and mouth-coating with restrained alcohol warming and an off-dry finish. Very low hop-derived astringency with no harshness on the palate.
Overall 19/20
Messorem Bracitorium’s Pissenlits Par La Racine is a world class hazy IPA.
Classic hazyboi appearance with great foam attributes and no chunks whatsoever. The aroma is straight up delightful – it’s nuanced and layered yet full of character and a touch of intrigue. The palate follows dynamic, flavourful, and impactful. For the style, the mouthfeel is exceptional: there’s no apparent hop burn or overtly salty vibes. The beer’s crisp yet smooth with well-hidden alcohol character.
Messorem’s Pissenlits Par La Racine is a beer you need in your life… as long as you like hops. Wonderful craftsmanship and at the top of the Canadian IPA game. It looks like there will be more of Messorem breviews in my pipeline – this time it’ll be fresh and straight from the brewery.
Beerfection | Craft Beer Reviews | Montreal, Canada 