Acescent
turning sour; slightly sour; acidulous.
historical examples
a common cause of cramp is indigestion, and the use of acescent liquors; these should be avoided.
burroughs’ encyclopaedia of astounding facts and useful information, 1889 barkham burroughs
adjective
slightly sour or turning sour
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