what is gose

Gose is a warm fermented beer that originated in Goslar, Germany. It is typically brewed with at least 50% of the grain bill being malted wheat and is known for its dominant flavors of lemon sourness, herbal characteristics, and strong saltiness. Gose beers do not have prominent hop bitterness, flavors, or aroma, and they usually have a moderate alcohol content of 4 to 5% ABV. The beer acquires its characteristic sourness through inoculation with Lactobacillus bacteria, and the saltiness is the result of either local water sources or added salt