Stone Brewing is up to its usual tricks in these early days of spring, 2014.
Stone, the Escondido California- based brewery with a penchant for the extraordinary, has just released a new beer and it’s every bit as eccentric as one would expect. The product is Stone Saison, a farmhouse- style ale made with lemon zest, grains of paradise, lemon thyme, and lavender. Tailor- made for the warmer weather just ahead, Stone Saison marks the company’s first full- fledged entry into the world of farmhouse ales and the beer’s flamboyant personality is right in- line with expectations.
“When brainstorming recipe ideas for Stone Saison, we wanted to incorporate herbs from Stone Farms to add a touch of Southern California to the beer”, said Stone Brewmaster Mitch Steele. “The combination of herbs used certainly gives the beer a unique twist while still highlighting the style’s traditional spice and herbal notes.”
Stone Farms is Stone brewing’s own 19- acre organic farm. The brewery relies on this farm to supply many of the ingredients for its beers. Stone Saison is brewed using multiple ingredients from the company’s farm, ensuring quality and freshness.
“The combination of herbs and grains of paradise make the perfect complement to savory or sweet food dishes”, says Stone Craft Beer Ambassador Bill Sysak. “Its versatility makes Stone Saison the perfect beer for pairing with any meal, from a simple dessert to decadent dinner. We’re excited to see what dishes our fans will pair with this beer and we encourage them to share their findings with us.”
Stone has selected four specific recipes to share with fans and they can be found at the web site by clicking here. Stone encourages fans to try these recipes or create their own, then tweet and post the photos via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Google Plus using the hashtag #PairedWith.
Stone Saison is a seasonal beer available only in the spring and summer months. Look for it in six packs of 12 oz. bottles starting April 14, 2014. It won’t be around for long, so grab a six pack today and enjoy this latest malt beverage creation from one of craft beer’s finest.
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