A number of years ago, I predicted that Dave Berg would be using Belgian Ardennes yeast in a beer. As it turns out, if you’re patient, your dreams can come true as this year’s Snowstorm is Belgian Strong Golden Ale brewed with Belgian Ardennes yeast as well as Chamomile and Coriander, Smaragd hops, 2-row, rye and sugar. At 7% abv, it’ll be a bit of a sipper, but no doubt a delight. Look for this beer in November!
Yeah, so it’s probably too hot outside to make a joke about an impending snowstorm, right?
Would you like to hear about a Snowstorm? Schell’s is planning one for November 1st, 2012… specifically a Bière de Noël!
This year’s Snowstorm is modeled after beers traditionally brewed in France for the holiday season. According to my not so top secret sources:
Schell Bière de Noël displays a highly aromatic nose: malty with a good dash of yeast esters (peppery, spicy, and citrusy). On the palate, the yeast influence is once again evident, with notes of white pepper and citrus. In the background, a herbal hop can be found. Despite the dryness of the beer, it displays an incredibly silky mouthfeel.
Malts:
French Pils
2 Row
Munich
Wheat
French Special Aromatic
Caramunich
Midnight Wheat
Hops:
Nugget
Yeast:
French Ale yeast
OG 14.5°P, IBU 24, 18 SRM, 6-7% abv