Drekker Brewing 'Slang du Jour' Cherry Cheesecake Sour Ale Beer, North Dakota

Lush cherry compote and creamy dessert aromatics leap from the glass, instantly evoking a slice of rich cheesecake topped with ruby-red fruit. Drekker Brewing's 'Slang du Jour' Cherry Cheesecake Sour Ale Beer transforms indulgence into liquid form, stacking layers of tart cherries, tangy cream cheese, and sweet brown sugar into a bold, pastry-inspired sour. At 6.6% ABV, it captures Drekker’s playful, boundary-pushing spirit, delivering a beer that is as fun as it is unapologetically decadent.

Product Details:

• Style: Pastry Sour Ale
• Alcohol: 6.6% ABV
• Key Ingredients: Cherries, granola, cream cheese, lactose, brown sugar

Sensory Description:

Pouring a vibrant cherry-red hue with a thick, smoothie-like body, this sour ale bursts with aromas of ripe cherries and sweet cream. The palate opens with bright tart cherry acidity that quickly folds into velvety cream cheese richness and brown sugar warmth. Granola adds a subtle toasted grain character, enhancing the cheesecake illusion while lactose lends a rounded sweetness and plush mouthfeel. The balance between tangy fruit and dessert-like indulgence keeps the beer lively, preventing the richness from overwhelming. The finish lingers with sweet-tart cherry and a creamy echo that mirrors its namesake dessert.

Brewer’s Background:

Based in Fargo, North Dakota, Drekker Brewing Company has built a reputation for creative, high-energy brewing that blends bold flavors with a strong sense of community. More than just beer, Drekker celebrates shared experiences and playful experimentation. Their Slang du Jour series reflects this ethos, transforming imaginative flavor concepts into vibrant, crowd-pleasing releases that invite drinkers to embrace the fun.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 40–45°F in a tulip or stemmed glass to capture its aromatic intensity and showcase its full body. Ideal as a dessert pairing with vanilla ice cream, chocolate cake, or fresh berries. It also stands confidently on its own as a sweet-tart finale to a meal.