One brewery that is normally top of mind when people think of sour beers, is Vault City. The Scottish Brewery based in Portobello, Edinburgh are real experts when it comes all things sour beer.
Known for their modern approach to brewing, Vault City specializes in heavily fruited sour beers that have captivated beer enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Founded in 2018, Vault City quickly made a name for itself by embracing innovation. Their brewing process centres around a unique house culture and mixed fermentation base, allowing them to blend real fruit ingredients in extraordinary quantities — sometimes literal tons — to create beers that push the boundaries of flavour and expectation.
What sets Vault City apart is their ability to breathe new life into traditional brewing styles. Their fruited sours offer a spectrum of flavours that range from approachable to daring, making them a favourite among even those who typically shy away from beer. Vault City's creations have that special ability to convert sceptics into sour beer lovers.
Visiting one of their taprooms is a must if you are visiting Edinburgh. They have a small taproom/bottle shop called “The Wee Vault” in Haymarket and their main taproom in Portobello which is a bit of a longer journey from the city centre but well worth it if you are spending some time in the City!
For anyone curious to explore the world of modern sour beers, Vault City is a name worth knowing. Crack open one of their cans, and it won’t take long to see why they’ve become a household name in the craft beer community.
Check out our sour box this month where you will see Vault City featured twice!
