Stone 07.07.07 Vertical Epic Ale
Style
Belgian Strong Ale
ABV
8.4%
IBUs
20-25
In this year’s edition we took our inspiration from two Belgian styles: saisons and golden tripels. As such, Stone 07.07.07 Vertical Epic Ale has a deep, deep golden hue and the flavor is spicy, fruity, complex and refreshing. We used four different malts and a subtle, yet distinct, blend of Glacier and Crystal hops to get just the right balance. Then, for the complexity, we added in some exotic spices—including ginger, cardamom, grapefruit peel, lemon peel and orange peel (the latter three acknowledging our Southern California home)—and a special Belgian yeast strain. All in all this is yet another case of us drawing from classic Belgian influences and cavalierly making it our own...San Diego style!
About This Beer
Release Date
July 7, 2007
Featured Hops
Glacier & Crystal
Tasting Notes
Provided by ,
Mitch Steele
Brewmaster
Appearance
Deep gold, some hazing, subtle carbonation
Aroma
Ginger, lavender, jasmine, cardamom, strong fruit, citrus peel
Taste
Ginger, very floral, some citrus, a little botanically bitter, sweet, spices, hint of yeast
Palate
Dry, bitter, some creaminess, smooth
Overall
Aged nicely, spices are more dialed in and well-blended, great summer beer
Pairing Notes
Provided by ,
"Dr." Bill Sysak
Craft Beer Ambassador
Appetizers
Lime & coconut shrimp, apricot and chicken bruschetta, bone marrow
Salads
Waldorf, Citracado, arugula, pear and goat cheese
Entrées
Potato pierogis, paella, roasted chicken, monkfish
Desserts
Peach cobbler, citrus panna cotta, orange sorbet, fruit trifle
Cheeses
Humboldt Fog, Castelrosso, Bijou, Petit Billy
Cigars
Macanudo Cafe Hyde Park, Helix Blue Tubular
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