Black Velvet is a dessert sour from Vault City Brewing in Edinburgh, Scotland. This full-bodied beer layers sweet cherries and smooth vanilla with muted chocolate on the finish, while the sour base cuts through the richness with precision. At 6.5% ABV, it delivers the creamy texture and complexity that defines Vault City's approach to modern sour beer.

Vault City has built a reputation for heavily fruited, contemporary sour beers. Black Velvet exemplifies this style: a layered dessert sour that reads more like a pastry than a traditional ale. The interplay of cherry, vanilla, and chocolate creates an intriguing profile for those seeking something unconventional.