Goose Island Demolition

Product - Goose Island Demolition
Brewed By: 
Goose Island
Self-Defined Style: 
Strong Golden Ale
Specifications
Strength (ABV): 
8.0% ABV

"Back in the early '90's, our landlord went bankrupt and they tore down the mall surrounding the original Goose Island Brewpub. Sure, we were still open, but who would know it with all the demolition going on. We had giant wrecking balls careening around, the walls were shaking... it was tough. We lost a good part of our business for a year, and if not for the most loyal of our customers, Goose Island would have closed. To honor those brave souls, we brewed a golden ale called Demolition. It was so good and so popular, we've brewed it every year since (I even served it at my wedding!) It's brewed with Saaz and Styrian Golding hops for a grassy, citrus aroma and lots of the finest pale malt for a "honey" malt middle and intense flavor. Demolition tastes great on its own or with a plate of fresh oysters." Greg Hall, Brewmaster

Best With: 
Enjoy as an aperitif. Great with pesto pasta dishes, sausages, cheese, Indian food, Thai food, delicate fish plates and shrimp. Excellent with shellfish and is sometimes used as a sauce base for gourmet steamed mussels. This beer is also perfect beer with a plate of fresh oysters.
Special Attributes: 
Big Beer (+8.0% ABV)
Special Attributes: 
Vintage Beer (Evolves with Age)
Availability
Seasonal Availability: 
Limited Release
Cases: 
4/6pk/12 oz. Bottles
Kegs: 
Domestic 1/6 Barrel
Keg Connection: 
American Sankey

Comments

Sirencio's picture

Golden, slightly cloudy golden ale. Smells of fruit. Crisp, clean taste but doesn't have a strong flavor. A little too carbonated. Mouthfeel is like a weak fruit soda. C+