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July 3, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Newsletter Vol.91

TOP 10 FACTS ABOUT JULY 4TH AND BEER

From the Founding Fathers to today, beer has a place in U.S. history and July 4th celebrations.

July 3, 2017

WASHINGTON – This year the 4th of July, a quintessentially American holiday, marks the United States’ 241st birthday. To help celebrate, the Beer Institute revealed its annual top 10 facts about July 4th, America’s founders and beer.

In 1587, Virginia colonists used corn to brew the first recorded ale in the colony. Today, brewers use a number of grains to make beer, including barley, corn, millet, oats, rye, sorghum and wheat.
The first shipment of beer arrived in the Virginia colony from England in 1607. Over 400 years later, Americans still love imported beer; in 2016, Americans consumed over 33 million barrels of beer imported to the United States from across the globe.

Beer has been a job creator in the United States since its inception. In 1609, “Help Wanted” advertisements appeared in London seeking brewers for the Virginia colony. This tradition of beer being integral to America’s economy continues. The beer industry today supports more than 2.2 million jobs in the United States.
George Washington not only drank beer himself and served it to his guests, but it was also one of the items provided for voters when he was a candidate for political office. It must have helped because when Washington was president he habitually “had a silver pint cup or mug of beer placed by his plate, which he drank while dining.”

During his time in Philadelphia in 1774 to participate in the First Continental Congress, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail, “I drink no Cyder [sic], but feast upon Phyladelphia [sic] Beer, and Porter.”
Thomas Jefferson served beer during dinner at his Virginia estate, Monticello. Jefferson’s earliest designs for his plantation included spaces for brewing and the storage of beer. Today, there are 238 permitted breweries in Virginia, and Virginia’s beer industry contributes more than $9.35 billion annually to the state’s economy.

During the Revolutionary War, beer was a part of soldiers’ daily lives. On June 10, 1775, the Massachusetts Provincial Council set the daily ration for its troops in Boston to include one quart of good spruce or malt beer.
In 1862, President Lincoln signed legislation to tax beer to help finance the government during the Civil War. That same year 37 civic-minded New York breweries formed the United States Brewers Association for “ensuring safe and prompt collection” of the federal excise tax on beer.

According to WalletHub, Americans spent $1 billion on beer over the 4th of July weekend in 2015, making it is the most popular holiday for beer sales.
Last year AAA projected nearly 43 million Americans traveled during the Independence Day Holiday.

“From being the beverage that John Adams wrote home about while he was at the Continental Congress to being on hand for picnics and barbecues, beer is a staple of both American history and our economy,” said Jim McGreevy, president and CEO of the Beer Institute. “Early colonists recruited brewers to come to the New World, and today the American beer industry creates over 2.2 million jobs. Many Americans will enjoy a beer as they join neighbors, family and friends to celebrate July 4th, and I hope people take time to enjoy the pride and tradition that goes into every pour of beer and choose to drink responsibly this holiday and every day of the year.”

Have a Safe and Memorable 4^th of July!

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

June 26, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.90

This week we are releasing an all-new Continental Pilsner, simply titled “PILS.” PILS will be available year-round on draft and in six packs of 12 oz bottles. Why a Pilsner? Simply put, most of us at the brewery love this style of beer. It’s usually the first beer we seek out when we visit a new town or another brewery. Whenever the ageless “desert island beer” conversation comes up, one Pilsner or another gets an impassioned debate. The only problem was, Fulton had never brewed a Pils. So, we set out to make a great one. Ours is built on a base of Minnesota-malted Rahr Pilsner. It features a smooth, well-rounded bitterness provided by German Perle, and a pleasantly floral aroma provided by the style’s hallmark Saaz hops. Pilsner yeast punctuates the beer with a beautifully clean finish. At 5.3% ABV and 30 IBU, this is a beer that leaves your senses wanting for nothing – except another.

It’s always exciting to add a new beer to our repertoire. In the 10 years since we started homebrewing in a one car South Minneapolis garage, we have come to appreciate and enjoy nearly every style of beer. To us, a large part of what drew us to homebrewing was the ability to create any beer, with our imaginations being pretty much the only limitation. As the number of styles and substyles of beer continues to grow and evolve, and the quality and diversity of ingredients available to brew with grows as well, the permutations and combinations of recipe possibilities approaches infinity—or at least a number way higher than we can count. But as a production brewery, the unfortunate reality is that there is a finite number of tap handles and shelf spots in the world; we can’t brew every beer we want, all the time.

So begins the long process of narrowing down the world of endless choice to perhaps a couple dozen beers that will appear in our lineup over the period of a year. Many are small releases of only a few hundred cases and a few dozen kegs. Some are draft only, and some never even make it out of our taproom. A handful make it into our year-round lineup. If you’ve ever drank a Fulton, you’d had one of these. For the first five years of Fulton’s existence, we had only two Core beers – Lonely Blonde and Sweet Child of Vine. We were unusual in that way; most breweries have four or five year-round beers the first day they open for business. We chose to do fewer because we believed investing our efforts in perfecting just a couple beers rather than a half dozen or more made long term sense, in terms of quality of beer and of building brand recognition. Meanwhile we quenched our fans’—and our own—thirst for variety by releasing a growing number of seasonals. First came Worthy Adversary, then Libertine. Later on, it was Expat, Randonneur, and many many more. In 2014, after years of it being a taproom favorite, we added The Ringer to our year-round lineup. Last year, we increased our Core lineup to 5 beers, with the addition of 300 IPA and Standard Lager. In total, we brewed about 25 beers in 2016, with 16 of those making it out in both draft and package formats.

So we have finally have a full calendar of year-round and seasonal beers, and it took just seven years to build. What to do now? Tear it up, of course! Well, not entirely…but substantially. In the name of creative destruction, we’ve re-worked much of our lineup this year. We’re introducing some all-new beers, making some familiar favorites into taproom exclusives, and even retiring a few.

That gets us back to where we started—brewing what we want, when we want. At any given moment, we generally have 20-24 beers available in the taproom. The lineup changes on an almost weekly basis. Keep an eye on the taproom page of our website; we keep the taps listed there as fresh as the beer. Of course you can always find our perennial favorites on tap, and every limited release visits the taproom as well. Drop by for a beer sometime soo, and meanwhile, pick up a six pack of Pils next time you’re in the liquor store – it just might become your desert island beer.

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June 19, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.90

One of my favorite past-times in the summer is attending baseball games and indulging in the great fare available at the games. I thought I would take it one step further, because I’m assuming most of us attending the games are quenching our thirst with a beer. What’s better than great ballpark food, beer and baseball?

I read a great article from Draft Magazine last week and included an excerpt below with my beer recommendations. I also added a few extra ballpark staples with beer pairings. Whether you’re at the ballpark or in your backyard these food and beer parings are sure to be a HOME RUN!

Nachos & Kölsch, Helles or Light American Lager: If your tortilla chips are drowning in irresistibly thick, creamy cheese, toss a life ring to the crisp, corny flavor with an equally crisp and corny kölsch. The beer’s lively effervescence and clean finish easily wash away the gooey goodness.

Fargo Brewing Company Fargo Original Helles Lager

August Schell Fort Road Helles Lager

Coors Light

Pretzel & German Pilsner: In a pairing as natural as baseball and summer, a German pilsner’s grainy malts extend seamlessly into the bread of the pretzel; salt punctuates the flavor before the beer’s bold bitterness whisks the doughy bite away.

August Schell Bavarian Pilsner

Paulaner Lager

Warsteiner Lager

Peanuts & Brown Ale or Vienna Lager: A straightforward brown ale or Vienna lager and simple bag of peanuts throw an exciting curveball in this pairing: The beer’s rich, toasted notes meld deftly with the nutty, dry shell and salty peanut flavors, creating an intricate flavor profile.

New Castle Brown Ale

Samuel Adams Boston Lager

August Schell Firebrick Lager

Hot Dog & American Pale Ale: A peppy pale ale with hops that lean green (think onion and grass) amps up vegetal notes in the relish, while countering sweet, tart condiments like mustard and ketchup. The beer’s bready malt backbone latches onto the bun, while its firm bitterness cleans up the bite.

Rhombus Brewing Co. Invincible Pale Ale

Odell Brewing Co. Drumroll Pale Ale

Summit Brewing Co. Extra Pale Ale

A few more classic baseball food items with beer

Fries (Frites) & American Premium Lager: Even if the Belgians make the best frites in the world and are the largest consumers per person, those salty potato sticks are still an American staple cuisine. In general, fries (or frites) are light in flavor profile, so opt for a brew that will help cleanse the palate.

Grain Belt Premium Lager

Fulton Brewing Co. Standard Lager

Coors Banquet

Sunflower Seeds & India Pale Ale: Beer and salt go together because bitter and salt go together. It’s not exactly clear why, but salt neutralizes the bitter elements and lets the taster enjoy the other characteristics in the beer. Throw some salty sunflower seeds in your mouth before and after taking a big swig of beer and your taste buds will reach a special level of enlightenment.

Lagunitas Brewing Co. India Pale Ale

Odell Brewing Co. India Pale Ale

Summit Brewing Co. Saga India Pale Ale

Corndogs & American Blonde Ale: According to popular legend, German immigrants were the first on these shores to cover sausage with batter, supposedly to make their sausages easier to sell. The tactic worked. The corn dog – a layer of crispy, deep-fried fluffiness that gives way to a savory hot dog or sausage on a stick – became an American staple.

Fulton Brewing Co. Lonely Blonde Ale

Rhombus Guys Brewing Co. Iconic Blonde Ale

Guinness American Blonde Ale

Cracker Jack & Porter: Cracker Jack isn’t just caramel popcorn…the addition of molasses and peanuts add to the depth and variety of flavor and the low and slow baking time make this a light and crispy candy-like treat. Porter is the perfect beer to pair with Cracker Jack! Dark brown in color with aromas of caramel, toffee, and roasted malts and flavors of rich malt, brown sugar, and chocolate but only medium bodied and well carbonated to provide a smooth finish.

Empyrean Brewing Co. Long Route Peanut Butter Porter

Fargo Brewing Co. Sod Buster Porter

Summit Brewing Co. Great Northern Porter

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

June 12, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.89

Last September, we became the thirteenth state for distribution of Odell Brewing Company Beer. We considered it being lucky number thirteen! Odell continues to brew innovative and cutting edge beers with new year-round releases, seasonal packages, wolf picker selections, cellar series beers and barrel aged releases.

Today, we are going to look at two different packages available for the summer that awaits us …

Warmer days mean campfires, picnics, and backyard barbecues. If you were to look in our ice chests this summer, these are the beers you’d find. We’ve handpicked three of our favorites plus our latest Exclusive Release, Nail Knot.

Nail Knot, named for one of the most difficult knots in fly-fishing, Nail Knot is a lively, balanced brew created through the patient art of lagering. Featuring subtle floral aromas and a clean, crisp finish.

A mystical legend echoes in our brew house—that of St. Lupulin (loop-you-lin), the archetypal hophead. He devoted endless summers to endless rows of hops, tending to the flowers and the beloved resin within—lupulin. Extraordinary oils in this yellow resin provide this dry-hopped extra pale ale with an undeniably pleasing floral aroma and clean, crisp finish. One sip of this seasonal summer ale and you too will believe.

Available May through September

FOCUSING ON A REGIONAL SLOW GROWTH MODEL,

Odell Brewing is now the 34th largest craft brewery in the country distributing beer to just 16 states.. While the brewery crafts a variety of beers, its roots are built on British styles. Innovation and creativity meet balance, consistency and quality in each brew.

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This balance is a not just a philosophy for the beers Odell Brewing crafts, it’s a foundation for the company as a whole. The brewery’s managed growth strategy has created and fostered a culture of family and collaboration. In 2015, the Odell family founders sold the majority of the company to its co-workers (now co-owners) in a combined management buyout and ESOP.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

June 5, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.88

With Rib Fest, one of Fargo’s most attended events of the summer starting this week. I thought it would be fitting to pair some beers with pork ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket. Finding the right beer to balance the flavors and spiciness of barbecue may seem over-whelming but beer is the perfect companion to whatever you’re barbecuing. The three most common ways to pair beer with any food is contrast, complement or cut.

Most barbecue sauces are a combo of sweet and acidic, sugar and vinegar, in one form or another with sauces ranging from mild to intense spiciness. Fortunately, beer’s carbonation cuts through barbecue’s fire and spice while refreshing and recharging the palate. At the same time, its complexity can complement the layers of flavor in any slab of meat.

Pork Ribs – balance the spiciness of the sauce

Fulton 300 Mosaic IPA – ABV: 7.0% IBU: 74

Fargo Brewing Company Iron Horse Pale Ale – ABV: 4.8% IBU: 32

Schell Fort Road Helles Lager – ABV 5.1%

LakeFront Fixed Gear Red IPA – ABV: 6.8% IBU: 35

Pulled Pork – balance the richness

Summit Extra Pale Ale (EPA) – ABV: 5.2% IBU: 45

Lagunitas Lucky 13 Ultra-Mega- Mongo Red Ale – ABV: 8.8% IBU: 55

Odell 90 Shilling Ale – ABV: 5.3% IBU: 27

Empyrean Dark Side Vanilla Porter – ABV: 5.6% IBU: 22

Beef Brisket – balance the smokiness

Samuel Adams Boston Lager – ABV: 4.9% IBU: 30

Schell Firebrick Lager – ABV: 5.1% IBU: 25

Rhombus Guys Brewing Company Into The Darkness Porter – ABV: 4.8% IBU: 30

Fargo Brewing Company Stones Throw Scottish Ale – ABV: 4.5% IBU: 19

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

May 29, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.87

POUR ONE FORWARD 2017

MAY 1st – JULY 5th

Join SAMUEL ADAMS and AMERICAN DREAM U

for the 2017 POUR ONE FORWARD campaign

to help our

MILITARY HEROES

discover new careers or start a business.

**How to Participate in POUR ONE FORWARD***

#PourOneForward

Not like you needed a reason to have a nice cold one, but now it’s for a good cause!

Buy a Boston Lager for our Military Heroes.

A patron buys 2 Boston Lagers at a participating* restaurant or bar – one for themselves, and one for a veteran or active military personnel. The second beer comes in the form of a voucher, which the patron places on a designated wall in the bar or restaurant. When active-duty or veteran personnel enter that bar or restaurant, they can take any available vouchers off the wall for a free beer. Take advantage of the free beer at bars and restaurants close to you! *List of participating bars and restaurants coming soon

Purchase a 12 pack of Samuel Adams Boston Lager.

At participating* stores, buy a 12 pack of Samuel Adams Boston Lager. The Boston Beer Company will donate $0.50 to American Dream U for every 12 pack purchased. *List of participating stores coming soon

Share Your Pour One Forward Spirit on Social Media

Download one or all of the images below to share on Social Media to help us raise awareness of the POUR ONE FORWARD campaign. Or, share your own photos and experiences with POUR ONE FORWARD with #PourOneForward. We love to see your posts! http://americandreamu.org/samadams/

Text POURONE to 24587 to Donate.

You can donate directly to American Dream U from your phone by texting POURONE to 24587. The Boston Beer Company will match all donations and collect an optional message from the donors to the veterans and active military personnel.

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*Donations are from the Boston Beer Company to American Dream U. Valid only at participating locations displaying this offer.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

May 22, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.86

The Wait is Over….. Grain Belt BLU has arrived to our market!!! We’ve had people asking when this beer would be back since the day we sold out last year. It was a huge hit last year and we expect the same results this year. This is a draught ONLY product and very limited.

Grain Belt BLU, a summery spin on the iconic “Friendly Beer,” combines Grain Belt Premium with a generous load of real blueberries. It would be a mistake, however, to associate the beer with a sweet, syrupy blueberry pie dessert. On the contrary, Grain Belt Blu is light, balanced, and refreshing—a delightfully subtle twist on the classic American lager.

About Grain Belt

Grain Belt, considered “The Friendly Beer,” has a history that traces a long line of private and public ownership for more than 120 years. Today, Grain Belt is owned by August Schell Brewing Company, and produces Four American Lagers: Premium, Premium Light, Nordeast and Lock & Dam. Grain Belt’s longevity, dedication to quality, and approachable nature are what make its Minnesota brews iconic. For more information, visit www.grainbelt.com.

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May 15, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.85

We thank each and every one of you for supporting our brands not only this week but, year-round. Let’s take this week and celebrate the current state and bright future of craft beer by raising a pint!

What is American Craft Beer Week?

For the 12th year in a row, the Brewers Association invites you to celebrate American Craft Beer Week®, the nationwide celebration of U.S. small and independent craft brewers. The week long tribute provides an opportunity for craft brewers to share their diversity, creativity and passion for the beverage they love.

Quick Hits on the current state American Craft Beer from CraftBeer.com

Brewery Count: As of November 30, 2016 there were 5,005 breweries in the U.S. Almost all (99%) are small and independent craft brewers.

Continued Growth for the Segment: By mid-2016, small and independent breweries grew by eight percent, reflecting dynamism and a bright spot for the domestic beer market.

Never Go Out of Styles: IPAs continue to hop up, now accounting for roughly one-quarter of craft volume. More sessionable styles, including golden ales, pilseners and pale lagers, are up 33 percent, totaling nearly five percent of craft.

Beercation Destinations: Learn about some of America’s most beery destinations in the #beertravel section of CraftBeer.com. Travelocity also enlisted their help in 2016 to create the very first Beer Tourism Index.

Perfect Pair: 73% of craft beer purchasers gave “complements my meal” as a very or somewhat important selection criteria in their beer choice when dining out. Check out the CraftBeer.com Beer & Food Course (there’s a professional chef and enthusiast version) to learn more about the power of beer and food.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

May 8, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.84

What a beautiful weekend for getting the outside spring chores done. Hopefully, you got to enjoy the weather with a beer in your hand and it was not all chores, like I spent my weekend. Between pulling the weeds and planting new grass seed I did enjoy a few beers from the various Samuel Adams Summer Variety Packs. The new packaging design of the sampler packs are bright and colorful making it hard to miss on the shelf. The beers themselves are just as bold and bright as the new packaging – making them perfect for the long summer ahead.

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SUMMER ALE: ENJOY THE COLORS OF SUMMER

Same delicious beer, brand new look. Summer Ale returns for its 21st year with limited edition packaging that’s as exciting as a summertime adventure. From the blazing yellow of the afternoon sun to the fiery orange of an evening sunset to the electric blue tint of a summer night, the colors of Summer Ale and its crisp, citrusy flavor, are your perfect companion anywhere, anytime.

American Summer Variety Pack

The American Summer Variety Pack has the perfect beer for any summer occasion, whether you’re relaxing by the pool, grilling in your backyard, or at a bonfire with friends, there’s a beer for everyone. Including classic favorites Boston Lager and Summer Ale, and new styles exclusive to the American Summer Variety Pack: Hefeweizen, Berliner Weisse, Tropic of Yuzu, and Golden Hour.

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HEFEWEIZEN

Hazy golden and filled with smooth wheat character, our Hefeweizen is our take on the classic German beer. Notes of clove and banana, signatures of this traditional style, accent the aroma and flavor, and are complemented by a subtle bready malt character. Clean and crisp, this beer pairs best with a sunny summer day.

Samuel Adams

BERLINER WEISSE

Light golden and highly effervescent, this beer’s bright flavor and light, bubbly body are the definition of summer refreshment. Its fresh lemon citrus note is complemented by a subtle malt character, and the combination of White Wheat and acidulated malt add a crisp, tart flavor. Delicious as it is traditional, this beer will have you craving another sip.

Samuel Adams

TROPIC OF YUZU

This distinctive beer gets a citrusy punch from yuzu, a Japanese fruit with juicy hints of Mandarin orange and grapefruit. The beer’s slightly tart character is balanced by the kick of Grains of Paradise, which add a peppery note the wheat and citrus for a subtle, spicy finish.

Samuel Adams

GOLDEN HOUR

‘Helles’ is the German word for bright, and it’s the perfect way to describe this light, golden, and refreshing beer. German Noble hops create a distinct spicy, fresh hop character, and are complemented by a touch of malt sweetness for a drinkable yet flavorful brew. Capture it before the season slips away like the golden hour of a summer evening.

Samuel Adams

Beers of Summer Variety Pack

The Beers of Summer Variety Pack is the go-to pack for all of your summer adventures on the beach, the golf course, or wherever your summer takes you. Including summer favorites Summer Ale and Porch Rocker, and featuring a new style exclusive to the Beers of Summer Variety Pack: Session IPA.

Samuel Adams

SESSION IPA

This beer’s bright citrus hop aroma gives way to flavorful notes of grapefruit and pine, with slight herbal and lemon notes. A subtle malt sweetness balances the hops for a clean, crisp, and easy-drinking IPA.

Samuel Adams

PORCH ROCKER

This tart, refreshing brew is our take on the Bavarian Radler, named for cyclists who inspired it. Traditionally a mixture of beer and lemonade, our version combines a crisp golden Helles with a blend of real lemons to create a fresh-squeezed flavor, perfect for the long yet fleeting days of summer.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

May 1, 2017/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Online Weekly Newsletter Vol.83

After nearly missing one of the final pushes for snow today. I found it fitting to talk about a brand new summer variety pack by Summit Brewing Company; Boundary Waters Box. Hopefully, this keeps our spirits up and gets us ready for the summer weather that’s just ahead of us!

The box is stocked with refreshing flavors ready for a classic Minnesota summer on the beach or in the boathouse. In the pack you will find familiar Summit classics such as the Summer Ale and the Keller Pils, as well as two new faces: the Hefeweizen and Wit Bier.

The Summit Hefeweizen is an old friend to the Midwest, first being introduced in 2002. Leaving the brewery in 2011, the beer is now back with a new look. The branding of this summer-fresh ale is reminiscent of that quintessential summer moment of throwing a line off a boat. Colors of the can mirror those of a Minnesota day reflecting on the lake.

Off the lake onto the farm, the Summit Wit Bier connects puffy white clouds to its traditional white ale. Bright tones of yellow and blue create the warmth of a summery Minnesotan day on the farm, although the beer can be enjoyed anywhere.

Summit Wit Bier, a delightful new Belgian-style White Ale featuring refreshing aromas of spice, citrus and flowers.

Over 400 years ago, brewers in Belgium’s Louvain Valley, just east of Brussels, began using herbs and spices like orange peel and coriander to spruce up more traditional Bavarian wheat beers. Adventurous fellows, they were. Customarily called Biere Blanche by the French or simply Wit Bier by the Flemish, Summit’s Head Brewer Damian McConn says these summertime thirst-quenchers are almost opaque or white in appearance.

“Wit Biers contain significant amounts of protein and yeast in suspension,” says Damo. “They’re typically lightly hopped and lower in alcohol, containing pale malt, malted and unmalted wheat, and a touch of oats for mouthfeel and body. Our Summit Wit Bier follows this traditional profile, with small amounts of orange peel, grains of paradise, and fresh-ground coriander enhancing the final beer’s citrus and herbal qualities.”

“For a unique spin on this world classic,” Damo adds, “we’ve used 100 percent Mandarina Bavaria hops and an obscure Belgian white yeast strain for aromas of peach, apricot, and additional citrus refreshment.” All that adds up to a light body and a slightly dry, tart finish for Summit Wit Bier

Welcoming home our old friend Summit Hefeweizen. First introduced in 2002, the classic German wheat beer left our St. Paul brewery in 2011 to visit friends and family in the old country. Worry not, however — since departing the Summit portfolio, this beer has remained the same sessionable and highly carbonated beverage you once knew and loved.

While away, the one-time summer seasonal sunned for a spell on Germany’s Lake Constance with a gang of traditional yet spicy Tettnang hops. It also traveled the countryside with German Pils and Carawheat, a couple of the malts responsible for Hefe’s lightly toasted and breadcrumb background. Summit Hefeweizen even had a little quality time one-on-one with a tremendous German yeast strain; we hear the results were just magical, producing familiar aromas of banana and clove.

But six years is a long time to be away, and it turns out folks back here in the states missed our Hefe — especially during those summer nights at the lake, at the ballpark, and at home by the grill.

“This classical style was first developed by the brewers of Bavaria, Germany, to refresh thirsty beer lovers during hot continental European summers,” says Head Brewer Damian McConn. “It was one of our very first seasonal beers, and with its effervescent, slightly dry finish, beautiful golden haze, and billowing head of foam atop the glass, this is truly one of the most refreshing beer styles available.”