Taste Buds 099: Wholly Allagash! (Allagash Confluence Ale)
From The Brewer: Allagash Confluence Ale is created with a mixed fermentation; utilizing our house primary Belgian style yeast in combination with our proprietary Brettanomyces strain. The two yeast strains work in tandem creating a marriage between spice and fruit flavors that ultimately leave a lingering silky mouth feel. Confluence is brewed with a blend of both imported pilsner and domestic pale malts as well as a portion of caramel malt, resulting in a complex malty profile. Tettnang and East Kent Golding hops are added in the brew process to balance the intricate malty profile while adding a sweet and spicy citrus aroma. After fermentation, Confluence undergoes a lengthy aging process in stainless steel tanks to enhance the flavors. Prior to bottling, it is dry hopped with a Glacier hops, providing a pleasant balance of aromas. Confluence is then bottle conditioned and aged in our cellar prior to release. ABV: 7.5%; OG: 1064
Recommended Cellaring Temp: 50°F
Recommended Serving Temp: 40-50°F
From Us: We pop open a bottle of a rather limited Allagash brew. And what do we find inside? A beautiful bevy of Brettanomyces! Watch the episode to find out if this Belgian brew leaves a lingering silky mouth feel.
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