# Citrus-Infused Sour Beers Burdock Brewery Has Launched Two New Citrusy Ales By Francesca Mercurio | Published 2021-09-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burdock-brewery References: [canadianbeernews](https://www.canadianbeernews.com/2021/09/10/burdock-brewery-releases-small-hoppy-beer-tiny-ipa-and-sproco-apricot-sour/) The Canadian beer brand [Burdock Brewery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juice-aisle-pale-ale) has released two new refreshing ales to its menu offering. The Toronto-based company launched its Small Hoppy Beer Tiny [IPA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-cream-soda) and the SPROCO Apricot Sour. Both beers are light and refreshing and offer new and improved tastes. The Small Hoppy Beer Tiny IPA has a 2.5 percent low ABV with notes of dried mango, crushed pineapple, and spruce. In comparison, the SPROCO Apricot Sour has a five percent ABV with strong notes of orange and apricot. The SPOROCO Apricot Sour is made with handpicked apricots from local Ontario farms and has a nostalgic taste of five-cent cornerstone candies. The beers are currently available at Burdock's retail store and online through its website. Image Credit: Burdock Brewery ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Citrus-infused Beers:** Citrus flavors added to beers provide a refreshing alternative to traditional hoppy brews. - **Low ABV Beers:** Low alcohol content beers are gaining popularity among consumers seeking healthier beverage options. - **Fruit-based Beers:** Beers made with real fruit offer a unique flavor profile and appeal to health-conscious consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Craft Beer:** Craft breweries can capitalize on consumer demand for unique and refreshing beer options by experimenting with citrus and fruit-based infusions. - **Retail:** Retailers can benefit from carrying low ABV and fruit-based beers to appeal to health-conscious and adventurous consumers. - **Agriculture:** Local farmers and fruit growers can supply breweries with fresh ingredients for fruit-based beers, creating a valuable partnership opportunity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruity Sour Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruity-sour-ale.md) - [Fruit Juice-Infused Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juice-aisle-pale-ale.md) - [Zesty Citrus Sour Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-beers.md) - [Mango-Infused Sour Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-ales.md) - [Adventurous Limited-Release Craft Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-plum-sour.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Sour Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/death-by-amaretto-sour.md) - [Juicily Hopped IPA Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipa-beers.md) - [Florally Fruited Sour Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passionfruit-sour-ale.md) - [Fruity Collaboration Retailer Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewdog-beers.md)