Lolita

Brewer's Notes

Lolita is a pink rose colored Belgian style pale ale fermented with wild yeast and aged on raspberries in wine barrels. Aromas of fresh raspberries, bright jammy fruit flavors and crisp, refreshing body make Lolita ideal for beer drinkers fond of Belgian Framboise.

Recipe Information:

Style: Belgian Style Pale Ale
Alcohol by Volume: 7.0%
International Bitterness Units: 32
Color: Pink Rose
Hops: Super Styrian, Styrian Goldings, Saaz
Malt: 2-Row, Caramel, Sugar

Preferred Glass: Wide Mouth Glass

Food Pairings: Lolita pairs well with a wide variety of foods, her bright jammy raspberry flavors complement light fresh flavors like salads or white fish while her sour notes contrast the richness of savory pork and chicken dishes.

Cheese Pairings: Soft goat milk cheeses like chevre

Cellaring Notes: Develops in the bottle for up to 5 years

Availability: Limited Release

Bottles: 650mL

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