![]() “Radlers have really exploded in popularity in recent years, and this one is my best of the bunch,” said Knight. Knight included Waterloo Radler among his faves, and having enjoyed a few cans last summer, I will concur that its fruity tartness was a refreshing antidote to the sticky weather that seems to be long overdue. Raddlers: Summer Sippersīut there are some terrific summer sippers like radler – a blend of grapefruit juice and craft lager – that will convert most naysayers. Hey, I was once one of them, and would never have been caught shoving a lemon wedge down the neck of my bottle. Some scoff at the idea of mixing beer with other flavours. “This is perfect for all occasions from backyard parties to a cozy night in.” “It packs lively aromas of tropical fruit and the sweetness of honey,” adds Knight. ![]() It is one of the newer brews at Vince’s, and pairs well with roasted chicken. It won’t overpower the spices in any food.” Collingwood Brewery’s 3 Point SaisonĬollingwood Brewery’s 3 Point Saison is a little stronger (7% ABV), and really stands out in terms of flavour. “This is an easy drinking favourite of mine that is awesome when paired with barbecued items. Knight comments that it’s not overly hoppy, but packs tons of flavour. Moving on to the international award-winning Cameron’s Brewing ‘Captain’s Log Lager’, you’ll notice its crisp and clean finish. A light and sweet wheat body with typical German-style flavours of banana and clove.” Cameron’s Brewing ‘Captain’s Log Lager’ It comes together as an aromatic, flavourful and sessionable summer wheat beer. “Muskoka Summerweiss is a perfect balance of wheat, barley and subtle hopping. “This is one of our newest offerings, and it’ll be outstanding once warmer weather hits,” he continued. According to Knight, this wheat beer is naturally hazy, and pairs nicely with summer salads. Let’s start with Muskoka Brewery Summerweiss, which is seasonally brewed in limited quantities. He recommended a few labels for the upcoming (and very late) change in season, along with some inspired food pairings, which I’m eager to try! Muskoka Brewery Summerweiss Seasonal Locally-Brewed Craft Beersįast forward to 2018, where today’s offering of locally-brewed craft ales, lagers, radlers, and ciders deliver a wealth of interesting flavours to sip on their own, or pair with your favourite foods.ĭarryl Knight, Vince’s beer and wine specialist, agreed with my sentiments, but having a more sophisticated palate, was able to dive deeply into this heady topic. ![]() I was an early adopter of craft beer, some would say a heretic, but discovered decades ago that variety is what keeps the taste buds from falling into disrepair. Many of us were creatures of habit – the same box of brew, week after week, year after year. I look back to growing up in the seventies and eighties, when seasons changed with the weather (and each pro sport) but the brand seldom varied. Not long ago, the idea of “seasonal” beer would have seemed a bit fussy.
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