Kölsch Style Ale

Tasting Notes

Gentle, complex undertones of malt, refreshing

Description

Kölsch Style Ale  is made exclusively in the city of Cologne, Germany. Kölsch is a blonde, top fermented ale brewed from pilsner malt. Bitterness is restrained, and the palate is light-bodied and dry with a soft malt flavor in the center giving way to a dry finish. Kölsch has won 3 Gold GABF awards and 2 World Beer Cup medals!

Medals

Great American Beer Fest (GABF): Gold 2011, Silver 2012, Gold 2015, Gold 2017

World Beer Cup: Silver 2012, Gold 2018

North American Beer Awards (NABA): Gold 2011, Silver 2012, Gold 2014, Silver 2015

WA Beer Awards (WABA): Gold 2014, Gold 2015, Silver 2017, Gold 2019

Food Pairing

Kölsch German Style Ale is terrific with salads, cheese ­(goat cheese pie), and delicate dishes. A great paring for shellfish or fish the light fruity flavors of the beer work well with citrus based preparations. Kölsch is a team player with sandwiches and wraps.