Elysian Brewing was started in WA state some 25 years ago "when bold art and music defined Seattle". Like many artisanal breweries, they create seasonal and limited edition beer and this year is no exception with their Pumpkin Pack (purchased at Safeway for $19.99 for a mixed cold pack). I know it may be a love/hate relationship for some of you with pumpkin flavored beer but I personally love sweet savoriness pumpkin adds to brewskies as well as the addition of those warm, savory spices.
The Great Pumpkin Imperial Pumpkin Ale
ABV 8.4% IBU 0 (?)
Pronounced aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice which also carries on the palate then pronounced hoppiness and bitterness on the back end... not sure why the website lists IBU as 0...
Night Owl Pumpkin Ale
ABV 6.7% IBU 18
Muted cinnamon and nutmeg but with a creamy, rich mouthfeel. Not as hoppy or bitter so it was Ms S's favorite.
Punkuccino Coffee Pumpkin Ale
ABV 6% IBU 0
A perfect mixture of warm, savory spices and mocha with a creamy mouthfeel and just enough bitterness on the finish to cleanse the palate for the next sip. Love my stout and porter but this was my fave!
Dark O' The Moon Pumpkin Stout
ABV 7.5%
Almost like Guinness spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice though a touch more bitterness on the back end.
I'm sure as we progress to September (Ocktobefest) and October, more seasonal beer will be released but this seems like we're off to a good start...
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