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Hop Shovel IPA Now Available Year-Round from Bear Republic Brewing

Posted on January 24, 2017 by mashingin

Bear Republic Brewing Co. (Sonoma County, California) has officially announced the addition of Hop Shovel IPA to the brewery’s portfolio of Year-Round offerings.

Even though this beer has previously only been available on draft, Hop Shovel IPA has quickly become one of Bear Republic’s most desired offerings. This well-rounded India Pale Ale achieved fan-favorite status thanks to a recipe that incorporates “a high proportion of wheat and rye” malts and three incredibly juicy hop varieties – Mosaic, Meridian and Denali. This combination yields a 7.5% ABV IPA that is absolutely loaded with “huge tropical and citrus notes.” After receiving high praise from fans and earning a couple awards along the way, it was a very easy decision for Bear Republic to have Hop Shovel IPA join Racer 5 IPA, Grand-Am American Pale Ale, Pace Car Racer Session IPA, and Double Aught Pilsner in their year-round lineup.

“Hop Shovel is one of our favorite beers to brew. We are very happy to add this to our year-round lineup and hope everyone enjoys it as much as we do.”

-Peter Kruger, Master Brewer at Bear Republic Brewing Co.

Hop Shovel IPA is officially available now in 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles and on draft. You can expect to find this new Year-Round brew on shelves and taps at craft beer-friendly bars, restaurants and retailers in Florida and throughout the rest of Bear Republic’s distribution footprint. If you happen to be a hophead, this West Coast IPA certainly needs to be on your radar. Prost!

Vital Information for Hop Shovel IPA from Bear Republic Brewing Company

Release – Year-Round as of January 20, 2017
Style – American India Pale Ale
ABV – 7.5%
IBUs – 100
Hops – Denali, Meridian & Mosaic
Awards – Silver and bronze medal winner at the 2015 and 2016 California State Fair in the American India Pale Ale category
Availability – 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles & draft
Beer Finder (a.k.a. Bear Tracker) – https://bearrepublic.com/bear-tracker/

Big Storm Brewing Plans Limited Release of Lie to Me Imperial Stout

Posted on January 24, 2017February 10, 2017 by mashingin

At 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 11, Big Storm Brewing Co. (Clearwater, Florida) will begin the limited release of Lie to Me Imperial Chocolate Cherry Stout in 750ml bottles.

To properly recognize and celebrate Valentine’s Day, the folks at Big Storm Brewing Co. have created Lie to Me as a craft-brewed love letter that is overflowing with sensual decadence. This Imperial Stout’s “bittersweet chocolate and subtle fruit” aromatics engage in an intoxicating dance with flavors of “cherry tang . . . [and] cocoa sweetness” to charm and seduce its drinker. At 11% ABV, Lie to Me proves to be a full-bodied, velvety experience that is sure to hold your attention.

“The 2016 release of “Lie To Me,” was so successful last year that we produced more this time,” said founder Mike Bishop. “We had a line waiting at the door when the taprooms opened at 11 a.m. and sold out within an hour,” he continued.

Both Big Storm taproom locations (Pinellas – 12707 49th Street N, Clearwater, Florida; Pasco – 2330 Success Drive, Odessa, Florida) will have “a very limited amount” of Lie to Me Chocolate Cherry Stout available for purchase beginning on February 11. This offering will be packaged in 750ml bottles for $14.95 each (limited to two bottles per customer). Lie to Me will also be available on draft in the taprooms, but growlers fills will not be an option. If this limited release of Lie to Me has piqued your interest, you should probably heed Big Storm’s words of advice: “Don’t delay – she is smooth, malty and only here for Valentine’s Day.” Prost!

Vital Information for Lie to Me Imperial Chocolate Cherry Stout from Big Storm Brewing Co.

Release – Limited/Forecast Series, beginning February 11, 2017
Style – American Imperial Stout
Added Ingredients – Cocoa nibs & cherry puree
ABV – 11%
IBUs – 73
Availability – 750ml bottles and on draft exclusively at Big Storm Brewing Co. taproom locations

Tasting Notes: Dank Tank Pulled Porter from SweetWater Brewing Company

Posted on January 23, 2017January 23, 2017 by mashingin

Tasting Notes satisfies many cravings this week by spending a little time with Dank Tank Pulled Porter – Bacon Smoke Flavored Porter from SweetWater Brewing Company (Atlanta, Georgia).

Back in mid-December, we let you all know of Pulled Porter’s triumphant return to SweetWater Brewing Company’s Dank Tank lineup, the brewery’s series of “rarely released randomness” (click here to read that full post). When you take into account that this chocolaty Porter was brewed with malts that were carefully smoked alongside racks of bacon from Fox Bro’s BBQ, it is absolutely no surprise that Pulled Porter is back for an encore release. When all is said and done, this 7.7% ABV Smoked Porter is “a savory, smoky brew that’s a big winter warmer.” This offering is currently available for a limited time in 4-packs of 16 oz. cans and on draft at fine craft beer retailers found in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and throughout the rest of SweetWater’s distribution area.

Alright, it has been officially declared bacon and beer time. Let’s pour this pint and get to some Tasting Notes!

Tasting Notes for Dank Tank Pulled Porter from SweetWater Brewing Company

Appearance: Pulled Porter hits the glass seemingly pitch black in appearance with just a sliver of cola brown peeking through at the bottom of the glass. When held to direct light, the beer proves to walk a tight rope between hues of the darkest possible browns and inky blacks. The body is opaque, but a soft, consistent carbonation presence can be witnessed coursing from the bottom of the glass. The pour built two fingers of solid, fluffy foam that is dark tan in color. Head retention is good, falling eventually to a lasting, chunky finger. The lacing has substantial stick to it, leaving wide arcing patterns across the glass.

Aroma: The first smell to present itself is strikingly similar to the one you would get upon opening an unlit but well-seasoned smoker. There is a rush of beautiful smoke, ashen wood embers and a nondescript quality of savory meats. These notes then mingle with a bit of bittersweet chocolate that is light in presence but well at home here. The smoke has firmly asserted itself as the aroma’s star.

Taste: Just as in the nose, the flavors begin with tones that are rich in smoke. Qualities of earthy wood, campfire, smoked pork, caramelized brown sugar, and just a touch of spice initially dominate. Forward but rightly so. Intense but composed. These notes then begin to relax to allow flavors of toasted grain and bread the opportunity to back them up a bit with added hearty and sweet tones. A tinge of hop character squeaks through with some citrus before the more pronounced smoke flavors eventually fade to expose decadent notes of dark and milk chocolate. Just as you think the beer is finished, another wave of smoke arrives to wash over the palate once more.

Mouthfeel: Perfectly medium in body, this Porter has a solid weight to it that is lifted just a touch by a medium carbonation level. Abundantly savory and smoky on the palate, this beer also displays a delightful grace of sweetness. ABV is light, leaving just a bit of heat to build at times in the belly. The aftertaste is lingering rich smokiness.

Final Thoughts: If I was forced to sum up Dank Tank Pulled Porter with just one word, I would quickly and confidently respond with “satisfying.” By that, I mean it is satisfying in an all-encompassing, comforting way. The smokiness is just intense enough to firmly declare itself a Smoked Beer, but it does so in a relaxed manner that is reminiscent of smoke-laced memories of good times spent around a campfire. You know the smoke is there, but you still have the chance to enjoy everything else going on around you . . . or in this case, within this beer. The smoke pulls back just enough to allow the added hops and malts a chance to do their thing by lending countering layers of sweetness and bitterness. Instead of having this beer hide behind an overly aggressive smoke character, the brewers at SweetWater clearly employed a profound level of restraint to infuse the brew with a spot-on amount of savoriness. The beer certainly knows its role and has established intentions of enticing you to return for sip after sip. This beautifully executed approach proves to be the key in producing a Smoked Beer that is truly easy drinking, approachable and a wonderful choice to pair with food. I highly recommend that you shake up your usual routine during your next beer run and pick up some Dank Tank Pulled Porter to enjoy what is absolutely an outstanding craft beer experience. Prost!

Terrapin Beer Co. Gives New Life to The Walking Dead Blood Orange IPA, Introduces Lucille

Posted on January 23, 2017 by mashingin

Terrapin Beer Co. (Athens, Georgia) and Skybound have joined forces once again to release not one but two official beers of the undead in 2017, The Walking Dead Blood Orange IPA and Lucille Blackstrap Molasses Stout.

When you consider that the majority of The Walking Dead comic book is based in Georgia, much of the TV show is filmed there, and several beers from Terrapin Beer Co. have turned up in multiple episodes since Season 2, it was just a matter of time before the brewery and Skybound partnered to create a Walking Dead-themed craft beer.

Originally released in 22 oz. bottles in 2015 as their first collaboration, The Walking Dead Blood Orange IPA returns this year with an updated recipe and new packaging in 6-packs of 12 oz. cans. The exact details for the “recipe adjustment” are not known, but the brewers promise that they will be “packing more Blood Orange into the beer” this time around. The Walking Dead Blood Orange IPA will officially release in 6-packs of 12 oz. cans in mid-February.

Terrapin Beer Co. and Skybound have also announced that they will be expanding their lineup of Walking Dead beers in 2017 with the introduction of Lucille, a “big and menacing” Imperial Stout inspired by Negan’s weapon of choice. Brewed with blackstrap molasses and vanilla, Lucille was then properly finished with time spent aging on hickory, maple and white ash – the three woods used to produce baseball bats. A “super limited” number of 500ml bottles of Lucille Blackstrap Molasses Stout will be released in late February.

Fans of the show/comic book and craft beer can expect to find these offering available for a limited time at craft beer retailers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and throughout the rest of Terrapin’s ever-expanding distribution area. A word of warning – Like the Walking Dead series, these beers are sure to be incredibly popular. If you wish to enjoy these beers when the series returns on Sunday, February 12, be sure to secure your bottles as soon as you see them. Prost!

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Issues Voluntary Recall in 36 States

Posted on January 23, 2017January 23, 2017 by mashingin

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. (Mills River, North Carolina) has issued a voluntary recall in 36 states for select 12 oz. bottles that may contain a glass packaging flaw.

Due to the serious nature of this situation, we will provide the details of this recall verbatim from Sierra Nevada’s press release:

This recall comes after quality inspections at the company’s Mills River, North Carolina, brewery detected a very limited number of bottles with a flaw that may cause a small piece of glass to break off and possibly fall into the bottle, creating a risk for injury.
The recall applies to product purchased in the following Midwest, Southern and East
Coast states: Alabama, Florida, Arkansas, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin and West Virginia.
The beer affected by this recall includes those brands listed below with a packaging date that falls within the range with a code of “M” (Mills River) and not “C” (Chico), which is all information that can be found printed on the packaging or shoulder of the bottle:
– Pale Ale 12-ounce bottles in 6-, 12- and 24-pack (cases) packaged 12/5/16-1/8/17
– Beer Camp Golden IPA 12-ounce bottles in 6- and 12-pack (cases) packaged 12/5/16-1/13/17
– Sidecar Orange Pale Ale 12-ounce bottles in 6- and 12-pack (cases) packaged 12/5/16-1/13/17
– Torpedo Extra IPA 12-ounce bottles in 6- and 12-pack (cases) packaged 12/5/16-1/13/17
– Tropical Torpedo 12-ounce bottles in 6-packs packaged 12/5/16-1/13/17
– Nooner Pilsner 12-ounce bottles in 6-packs packaged 12/5/16-1/13/17
– Hop Hunter 12-ounce bottles in 6- and 12-pack (cases) packaged 12/5/16-1/13/17
– Otra Vez 12-ounce bottles in 6-packs packaged 12/5/16-1/13/17
Sierra Nevada has stopped distributing all affected beer. The company is actively working with distributor and retail partners to remove this beer from retail shelves and hold any further shipments. Consumers who have purchased beer within the scope of this recall will be eligible for full compensation of the purchase price and are advised not to drink it and to dispose of the beer. A website has been set up for updates on the recall and to report purchase at sierranevada.com/qualitymatters.

“While we believe this concern impacts roughly 1 in every 10,000 (0.01%) of our bottles packaged during this time,” says Mike Bennett, Chief Supply Chain Officer, “Sierra Nevada has set the standard for quality in the craft brewing industry since 1980 and we have decided to take this precaution to ensure the safety of our consumers. To date, we have not received any consumer reports of injuries resulting from the potentially affected bottles and we are working with our supplier to determine the root cause of the issue.”

That covers all the information currently available on this recall. If any further information surfaces, we will be sure to update this post with those details. For now, just be sure to check those codes and dates on any Sierra Nevada bottles currently in your fridge. Prost!

Funky Buddha Brewery Introduces Pineapple Beach as Newest Year-Round Release

Posted on January 20, 2017January 25, 2017 by mashingin

Funky Buddha Brewery (Oakland Park, Florida) recently announced that Pineapple Beach Blonde Ale will be officially joining their Year-Round lineup in February.

As a means of adding depth and balance to their line of Year-Round brews, Funky Buddha has created Pineapple Beach Blonde Ale to be a full-flavored, light-bodied beer “built for a Sunshine state, craft beer-lovin local.” This goal was achieved thanks to a recipe consisting of Citra hops, Pilsner and Wheat malts, and “just enough real pineapple . . . to capture the tropical vibe without making the beer overly sweet or fruity.” At just 5% ABV, this crisp and refreshing Blonde Ale proves to be the perfect go-to beer all year long. Pineapple Beach joins Floridian Hefeweizen, Hop Gun IPA, and Hop Stimulator Double IPA to comprise the full roster of Funky Buddha’s flagship offerings. The release of Pineapple Beach marks the first new year-round offering from Funky Buddha Brewery since early 2016.

“Pineapple Beach fills a demand that we’re seeing for sessionable beers that appeal to a broad range of craft consumers,” says KC Sentz, co-owner and general manager of Funky Buddha Brewery. “It’s easy-drinking but flavorful, which is exactly what our customers have been asking for.”

As of January 16, limited amounts of Pineapple Beach Blonde Ale are currently available now on draft only. Following shortly behind, 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles – suggested retail price of $9.99 each – will become available at craft beer retailers throughout Florida beginning on Wednesday, February 1. If curiosity has gotten the best of you, there is also a chance for “a sneak peek preview of Pineapple Beach at MBCP Draft Day, a draft tour of Maple Bacon Coffee Porter at 200 statewide accounts starting January 26th.” Whenever you happen to track down your first sip of Pineapple Beach, just be sure to enjoy it as intended: paired with an amazing day in Florida. Prost!

Vital Information for Pineapple Beach Blonde Ale from Funky Buddha Brewery

Release – Year-Round, draft launches on January 16 and bottles arrive on February 1
Style – American Blonde Ale
ABV – 5%
IBUs – 20
Hops – Citra
Malts – Pilsner & Wheat
Added Ingredients – Pineapple
Availability – 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles & draft
Beer Finder – https://funkybuddhabrewery.com/beer-finder
Fun Fact – The bottle artwork for Pineapple Beach was actually based off local Fort Lauderdale beaches

SweetWater Brewing to Hit February with Several New Releases

Posted on January 20, 2017January 20, 2017 by mashingin

SweetWater Brewing Company (Atlanta, Georgia) has announced plans to release four new offerings in February: Grass Monkey, Dank Tank Old Man Johnson’s Farm, Hatchery Series Single Hop Mosaic IPA and 20th Anniversary Ale.

Since the brewery will commemorate its 20th Anniversary during the month of February, it is clear that the folks at SweetWater Brewing Company want to provide us all with several new offerings so that we may properly celebrate this occasion. We have quite a bit of information to cover, so let’s get at it:

Grass Monkey Hoppy Wheat Ale with Lemongrass

Arriving as SweetWater’s new Spring Seasonal, Grass Monkey is a hoppy Pale Wheat Ale that has been aggressively hopped with “a big stash of Lemondrop hops” to supply “a big citrus blast.” To complement the hops and step up this beer’s level of refreshment, the brewers then added lemongrass herbs. All of this is set upon a light malt base to allow “the piney, grassy, lemony notes [to] shine.” Grass Monkey officially releases on January 26 and will be available through April.

Release – Seasonal, February through April 2017
Style – American Pale Wheat Ale
ABV – 5.4%
IBUs – 35
Hops – Lemondrop
Malts – 2-Row & Wheat
Availability – 12 oz. bottles, 12 oz. cans, 16 oz. cans & draft

Old Man Johnson’s Farm Imperial Stout with Raspberries

SweetWater brewers have fired up the Dank Tank once again and this time it holds Old Man Johnson’s Farm, an Imperial Stout with raspberries. To lay the foundation of this sizable Imperial Stout, a hefty malt bill is employed to impart “intense aromas of roasted coffee and chocolate.” The beer is then elevated to true Dank Tank status with the addition of fresh raspberries during fermentation to “complement the dark chocolate with a tasty sweetness.” Old Man Johnson’s Farm will also begin its release on January 26, but this limited release will only be available on draft.

Release – Dank Tank/Limited, launches at brewery on January 26
Style – American Imperial Stout
ABV – 9.6%
IBUs – 60
Malts – 2-Row, Munich, Roasted Barley, Black Malt, Chocolate, Dark Chocolate & Caramel
Hops – Columbus, Willamette & US Golding
Yeast – London Ale
Added Ingredients – Meeker Red Raspberries
Availability – Draft only

Single Hop Mosaic IPA

The first official bottle release from The Hatchery at SweetWater Brewing Company will be Single Hop Mosaic IPA. The Hatchery is the brewery’s new pilot system where brewers will test out new recipes, ideas and brewing techniques. Most Hatchery beers will only be available on draft at the brewery, but SweetWater plans to release one bottle per seasonal variety pack release. Just as the name implies, this offering features the Mosaic hop’s “juicy orange, mango, citrus and passionfruit flavors.” A very simple grain bill provides just enough biscuity notes to properly balance out the finished beer. This limited release will be available in 12 oz. bottles found in SweetWater’s spring variety packs only (February – April).

Release – Limited/Hatchery Series, February through April 2017
Style – American India Pale Ale
ABV – 6%
Hops – Mosaic
Availability – 12 oz. bottles found in SweetWater spring variety packs only

20th Anniversary Ale

Finally, SweetWater Brewing Company will wrap up February with the release of their 20th Anniversary Ale. This incredibly special release is an “extremely hop-forward” Imperial India Pale Ale that has been brewed with hop hash and a house Brettanomyces yeast strain. The completed beer boasts an aroma that “is fruity, herbal, tropical and citrusy, and the Brett gives a nice touch of funk and earthy phenolics.” 20th Anniversary Ale will be officially released in 750ml cork and cage bottles at SweetWater’s 20th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, February 19. Tickets for this event are still available and you can purchase yours by clicking here.

Release – Limited, to be released at SweetWater’s 20^th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, February 19
Style – Imperial India Pale Ale with Brettanomyces
ABV – 9%
IBUs – 81
Malts – Pilsner, Maris Otter, Wheat, Flaked Oats & Midnight Wheat
Hops – Bravo, Mosaic & Citra; dry-hopped with Mosaic & Citra
Hop Hash – Fresh Citra Lupulin Blend
Yeast – Belgian Ardennes
Availability – 750ml bottles

For just one month of new releases, this is certainly one hell of a lineup. Keep an eye out for these beers in February, and be sure to raise a glass of one (or many) of these brews to recognize 20 amazing years of brewing at SweetWater Brewing Company. Prost!

Dogfish Head Flesh & Blood IPA Now in Cans

Posted on January 19, 2017January 19, 2017 by mashingin

Dogfish Head Craft Brewery (Milton, Delaware) has announced that Flesh & Blood IPA has officially returned as the brewery’s newest year-round and canned offering.

After its initial release last year as a limited offering, it became quite clear to the folks at Dogfish Head that India Pale Ale fans simply could not get enough of Flesh & Blood IPA. This should have come as no surprise considering the brewery stuck to their commitment of using nothing but “simple, pure unadulterated fruit” by brewing this beer “with a ton of real citrus including lemon flesh and blood orange juice—hence the name—plus orange and lemon peel.” Add Warrior and Centennial hops to the mix, and Flesh & Blood comes together as an “honest to goodness India Pale Ale” that is “perfectly balanced, yet explosive and zestily refreshing.”

“We’ve been experimenting with fruit and citrus IPA’s since 1996 when we released Aprihop, an IPA brewed with apricots,” says Sam Calagione, Dogfish Head founder and CEO. “We think the fruit IPA category will surge the fastest in 2017 and we are proud of Dogfish Head’s innovator position in this realm.”

After listening to their fans and paying attention to current craft beer trends, Dogfish Head has now added Flesh & Blood IPA to their portfolio of Year-Round brews as of January 16, 2017. This offering is available now on draft and in 6-packs of 12 oz. cans – no longer packaged in bottles – at craft beer establishments in Florida and throughout the rest of the brewery’s distribution area. Get you some. Prost!

Vital Information for Flesh & Blood IPA from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery

Release – Year-Round as of January 16, 2017
Style – American India Pale Ale
ABV – 7.5%
IBUs – 45
Hops – Warrior & Centennial
Added Ingredients – Lemon flesh, blood orange juice, orange peel & lemon peel
Availability – 6-packs of 12 oz. cans & draft
Beer Finder (a.k.a. Fishfinder) – https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/fishfinder/

Monday Night Brewing takes their Clip-On Series to the Friend Zone

Posted on January 19, 2017January 19, 2017 by mashingin

Monday Night Brewing (Atlanta, Georgia) has announced that they would like to establish some boundaries and introduce us all to the Friend Zone SMaSH Pale Ale.

Cleverly named to embody the single lifestyle, Friend Zone is an American Pale Ale of the SMaSH variety, (S)ingle (M)alt (a)nd (S)ingle (H)op. This beer’s minimalist recipe features just “one lonely Mandarina Bavaria hop” and “one lonely Pilsner malt.” Although these two may be flying solo, they come together to produce a 6.2% ABV Pale Ale filled with notes of sweet grain and citrus. For a little more information on this brew, here is the full label description for Friend Zone:

“‘Boyfriend’ and ‘Boy friend.’ See that little Space? That’s the friend zone.” -Unknown

“Once she tells you that she “loves you like a brother,” you know you’ve been relegated to the Friend Zone. If that ever happens, and we hope it doesn’t, this is your beer.

A single light malt gives hints of honey to sweeten your day. Mandarina Bavaria hops lend an aroma of sweet orange peel to remind you that one day someone will find you a-peel-ing.”

Friend Zone SMaSH Pale Ale is the latest release in Monday Night’s Clip-On Series, a lineup that typically consists of “variations on year-round beers, available for 3-4 months at a time in 6-packs and on draft.” This offering was officially launched on January 8 and it can be found now at craft beer establishments in Alabama and throughout the rest of the Monday Night Brewing distribution footprint. SMaSH beers are a fantastic way to get to know your beer ingredients, so get your education on by picking up a 6-pack of Friend Zone during your next beer run. Prost!

Vital Information for Friend Zone SMaSH Pale Ale from Monday Night Brewing

Release – Limited/Clip-On Series, mid-January 2017
Style – American Pale Ale
ABV – 6.2%
IBUs – 35
Malts – Pilsner
Hops – Mandarina Bavaria
Availability – 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles & draft
Beer Finder – http://mondaynightbrewing.com/find-our-beer/

New Belgium Brewing Introduces Whizbang as New Seasonal

Posted on January 18, 2017 by mashingin

New Belgium Brewing Company (Ft. Collins, Colorado) has officially announced the release of Whizbang Hoppy Blonde Ale as the brewery’s newest Spring Seasonal.

Crafted by New Belgium to be the perfect beer to ease us all back into the idea and weather of spring, Whizbang firmly sets a “soft malt base” to support the “vibrant notes of mango, lemon, blueberry, and pine” supplied by a generous dry-hopping with Mosaic, UK Admiral and Centennial hops. At just 5.7% ABV, Whizbang proves to be a refreshing hoppy Blonde Ale that can only be described as “a full-flavored taste explosion.”

“Whizbang offers a blast of hops, thus the name, yet it’s still crisp and quaffable,” said Bryan Simpson, media relations director for New Belgium. “It’s hoppy complexity and balanced drinkability makes it a great go-to beer for the late winter and early spring season.”

Whizbang Hoppy Blonde Ale is available now through March of 2017. This seasonal release can be found in 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles and on draft at craft beer establishments in Alabama, Florida and throughout the rest of New Belgium’s distribution area. If you feel so inclined, pick up a 6-pack of Whizbang during your next beer run to get an early jump on warm weather drinking. Prost!

Vital Information for Whizbang Hoppy Blonde Ale from New Belgium Brewing Company

Release – Seasonal, January through March 2017
Style – American Blonde Ale
ABV – 5.7%
IBUs – 45
Hops – Nugget, Simcoe, UK Admiral, Mosaic & Centennial
Malts – Pale, Caramel 80 & Munich
Availability – 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles & draft
Beer Finder – https://www.newbelgium.com/beer/finder

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