Taste Buds 176: Santa, come back! (Steamworks Spruce Goose)
From the Brewer: Beers made with spruce or other types of pine were brought to Scotland by the Vikings who brewed ales and spice with fresh spruce shoots to prevent scurvy on sailing voyages. Spruce beer was also drunk before battle as it was thought to bring out one’s animal instincts. Spruce Goose, our modern-day version of the Viking’s beer, is a darker brew with complex earthy flavors throughout.
The Beer Box Score
- ABV: 8.13%
- IBUs: 21
- Original Gravity: NA
- Hops: NA
- Malts: NA
- Other Ingredients: Young spruce tips
- Availability: November 1st – January 31st on draft and packaged in 22 ounce bomber bottles and kegs
- Awards: Bronze Medal Winner, 2009 Australian International Beer Competition
From Us: Oh, how we long for Christmas to return. On this episode of Taste Buds Dusty and Erik suck down a spruce tree to wash away the Monday Blues. Hey, it’s what the Vikings use to do!
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