Latest Specialty Beer: Madrone NW Red Ale
As autumn steals the show this month, we think about all the seasonal colors: oranges, browns, yellows, and…Reds! Introducing our latest specialty beer, just tapped this week – Madrone Red. We think you’ll like this change of pace. Madrone Red is a big, bold beer made for enjoying slowly. So kick up your feet, take in the scenery, and give yourself a bit to unwind with this new brew.
This NW Red Ale is garnet colored with toffee aromas. The medium body, spicy and piney hops, and big bitter finish make this beer a great fit with hearty fall-time foods. 8.1% abv, 60 IBU
Malt
- Great Western Organic Two-Row
- Simpsons Crystal Light
- Simpsons Crystal Dark
- Briess Victory
- Briess Organic Chocolate
Hops
- Bittering: Apollo
- Flavor/Aroma: Organic Citra, Organic Ahtanum
Food Pairing Suggestions
At home, fish out your slow-cooker from the back of the pantry and put on some spicy chili, pork shoulder, or a sharp cheese fondue. Anything big and bold, with not too much sweetness, will stand up to this beer’s character. Here are our pairing suggestions from the menu:
Fig & Bacon Pizza
Lamb Shawarma (seasonal special)
Black Bean Nachos with Chorizo
I Heart Oregon Pastrami Reuben
Come give this red a spin, especially if your usual go-to is the Twin Plunge Double IPA, or the seasonal Barley Wine. The toffee aroma and big hop bitterness will keep malt-lovers and hop-heads alike happy and ready for more.
