Craft New Releases for May 23, 2012

SMUTTYNOSE
Vunderbar Pils
Formerly a short batch series draft only release, now a seasonal release from Smuttynose.
Available as 6/4 pkg, 1/2 and 1/6 BBL draft.
"Made for taking a break from the Sturm und Drang of modern life, this elegantly refreshing pilsner was created with German malt balanced with the spicy tang of Czech Saaz hops. The bread and biscuit flavors of the grain are topped with the floral character of the Noble hop, which may just get you to shimmy into your favorite lederhosen, bust into a quick schuhplattler and loudly proclaim, “Das ist Vunderbar!” Prost!"
http://smuttynose.com/beers/seasonal_beers/vunderbar.html

DOWNEAST CIDER
Original Blend
Available only as 1/2 and 1/6 BBL draft at this time
"Original Blend is the result of hundreds of test batches aimed at crafting the best darn hard cider you've ever tasted. Original Blend is made from freshly pressed local apples because we not only believe in high quality cider, we believe in America. We use a secret blend of Red Delicious, McIntosh, Cortland, and Gala apples, and NEVER add concentrate, artificial flavors or sweeteners. Original Blend is the way cider should be.
Our Original Blend Cider is 5.1% ABV. As always, our cider is GLUTEN FREE!"
http://downeastcider.com/ciders/original-blend.php

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Sierra Nevada Southern Hemisphere Harvest Ale

Product - Sierra Nevada Southern Hemisphere Harvest Ale
Brewed By: 
Sierra Nevada
Self-Defined Style: 
Fresh Hop Ale
Strength (ABV): 
6.7% ABV
Bitterness (IBU): 
66 IBU

Our newest addition to our Harvest family is Southern Hemisphere Harvest. This is the first time we know of that an American brewer has put out a beer with fresh-picked hops from the southern hemisphere. The inaugural ale will debut in late April and will feature fresh Pacific Hallertau, New Zealand Motueka and New Zealand Southern Cross hops, all from New Zealand.

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The fragrant bouquet and spicy flavor of pale ale lends to this beer’s ideal match with generously spiced foods such as Southern barbeque, wasabi crusted Japanese dishes, and curry based Indian dishes. This style is also the perfect complement to grilled meats, burgers, and pizza.
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Southern Tier Crème Brûlée

Product - Southern Tier Crème Brûlée
Brewed By: 
Southern Tier
Self-Defined Style: 
a stout of great contention
Strength (ABV): 
10.0% ABV
Color (SRM): 
44º L

We are not the harbingers of truth as some may suggest but it may indeed be argued that our brewing philosophy is tantamount to a dessert with a bellicose past. How, you may ask, would a brewery determine a likeness to hard-coated custard? Our response is simple; it’s all in the power of history, and of course, the extra finesse needed to top off a contentious treat with definition.

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The perfect pairing for rich, creamy desserts.