Wednesday, December 5, 2012

December's Beer of the Month - Goose Island!



Beer of the Month
GOOSE ISLAND


ON DRAFT

IPA ($3.50 draft, $11 pit)
hop lover’s dream with fruity aroma, set off by a dry malt middle, and long hop finish. 5.9%, 55IBUs

Nut Brown ($3.50 draft, $11 pit)
Chestnut-hued ale of unusual complexity. Subtle notes of chocolate, honey and fine tobacco 5.3%, 25 IBUs

Matilda, Belgian Pale Ale
($5 12oz, $7 pint) *not available in pitchers
Wild in character, with a slightly fruity aroma and a spicy yeast flavor that is as unique as it is satisfying  7%

BOTTLES

Honker’s Ale
Inspired by visits to English country pubs, Honker’s Ale combines a fruity hop aroma with a rich malt middle to create a perfectly balanced beer. Immensely drinkable 4.2%, 30 IBUs, $3.50

312 Urban Wheat Ale
Spicy aroma of Cascade hops is followed by a crisp, fruity ale flavor delivered in a smooth, creamy body
4.2%, 20 IBUs, $3.50

Christmas Ale
Annually changed recipe with a deep chocolate color
7.3%, $4.25

Pere Jacques (abbey ale)
Brewed with loads of malt and Belgian yeast, Pere Jacques is a wonderfully fruity, malty ale. Pere Jacques’ complex flavors stand shoulder to shoulder with the Belgian Dubbels enjoyed in the world’s finest beer bars
8.7%, 26 IBUs, Served in 22oz Bottle for $12