Beer Review: Drekker Peach Cobbler Slang Du Jour Sour a la Mode
Style: Sour à la Mode (Smoothie Sour)
ABV: ~6.5% (Typical for the series)
Brewery: Drekker Brewing Company (Fargo, ND)
The Pour
Right out of the can, this looks more like a fruit smoothie than a beer. It pours a dense, opaque, glowing orange-peach color. There’s almost no carbonation head, just a thick, pulpy collar that clings to the sides of the glass like nectar. It’s heavy, viscous, and unapologetically thicc.
The Aroma
The scent is explosive. Before you even get your nose to the rim, you’re hit with:
Fresh Peach Puree: Not the artificial candy kind, but ripe, fuzzy-skinned peaches.
Bakery Spice: Heavy notes of cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg.
Sweetness: A distinct “crust” aroma, reminiscent of graham crackers and brown sugar.
The Flavor Profile
This is dessert in a glass. Drekker’s “Slang Du Jour” series is famous for its pastry-inspired profiles, and this one hits the mark perfectly.
The Fruit: The peach is massive and bright, providing a natural tartness that keeps the beer from being cloying.
The “A la Mode”: There is a heavy hit of lactose and vanilla that creates a creamy, soft mouthfeel, mimicking a melting scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.
The Finish: You get the “cobbler” on the backend—cinnamon, brown sugar, and a salty, bready note that rounds out the experience.
The Mouthfeel
Expect a heavy, velvety texture. It’s incredibly smooth with very low carbonation. If you don’t like “slushy” or “smoothie” style beers, the sediment and thickness might be a surprise, but for fans of the style, it’s a masterclass in consistency.
The Peach Cobbler Slang Du Jour is a decadent treat. It’s less of a “thirst-quencher” and more of a liquid pastry. It balances the acidity of the sour base with the rich, spiced sweetness of a home-baked dessert.
Pro Tip: Gently roll the can before opening to redistribute the fruit puree that settles at the bottom!