The Beast, Rigour and Whimsy, 2020, Okanagan Falls, Canada (v) (o)

The Beast’s wild side is constructed deep within its complex nature. The delight of pungent florals, dried mango, citrus peel of tangerine and lemon, with a shot of mezcal on the side, will make you feel fuzzy. The harvest of stonefruits is abundant, but also growing in The Beast’s plentiful garden are root vegetables and wild herbs that create a flux of umami in your mouth. The chalky texture adds a savoury revel to the wildness of The Beast.