New Beer New Year

A Beer A Week in the Year 2012

Grain Belt Nordeast - August Schell Brewing Company

(Author’s Note: Still working through training and such. I’ll keep working to get up to date!)

July 26th - August 1st

The Background

While travelling to Minnesota I was fortunate enough to receive a sample of the local flavor, as recommended by my aunt Anne. I was hesitant at first, given my families proclivity for enjoying typical American Lagers like Miller Lite and Michelob Ultra. That said, when I learned that the beer was an Amber, I was a bit less reticent. They tend to be a great go-to beer for simplicity, meaning they are often very easy to pair with food successfully. And coming from an Italian family, that’s a very good note.

The Facts

  • ABV - 4.7%
  • IBU - Not listed, best guess 12
  • Price - $13.99 for a 12 pack of 12oz bottles
  • Availability - Year round in the land of 10,000 lakes.

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