Astrid

Astrid is a bright golden color with assertive aromas of spice, bread crust, apple, and fennel seed. Citrus, oak, and anise give way to warm vanilla notes followed by a slightly tart finish.
We brew this saison with Pilsner, raw wheat, and Biscuit malt, and ferment it in stainless steel for a year with a blend of traditional saison yeast and Brettanomyces. After fermentation is complete, we transfer the beer to Scandinavian Aquavit barrels, where it ages for an additional eight months. Skål!

Beer Details

Grains: Pilsner, Raw Wheat, Biscuit Malt

Yeast: Saison Yeast and Brettanomyces

Spices/Other: Aged in Aquavit Barrels

Total Fermentation and Conditioning Time: Two years

Ideal Serving Temperature: 40-50°F

Ideal Within: Four years

First Released: March 12, 2016

Availability: Limited

Package: 375 ml, Draft

ABV: 9.6%

Available in:

375 ml

DRAFT

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