Spotlight: Topaz

The Basics

Style - Pale Ale

ABV - 5.4%

Description

Light, easy drinking and hop forward ale with berry and currant notes intermingled with sweet fruit and melon character.

The Name

The beer is named for the simple fact we are putting a spotlight on specific hops/hop blends.

The Ingredients

Malts

2-Row and Dextrin Malt

Hops

Topaz

Beer Facts

Developed in 1985 and commercialized in 1997, this hop is the result of cross pollinating an Australian hop with English hops, giving it an interesting mix of English, Europe and North American heritage.

The Pairings

Spicy/roasted chicken, burger, salad, Salmon, citrus forward desserts