Brewer Q & A (Issue 21)

91 Rating – Green Flash Brewing Co. – Treasure Chest

Responses from Green Flash brewer Joe Lisica.

Who came up with this beer's recipe?
Brewer, Joe Lisica.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)? 
I love the blend of the citrus and tropical notes that comes from the hops, grapefruit, and prickly pear.

Where does this beer’s name come from?
The beer is named after our annual Treasure Chest initiative that raises money for breast cancer research and awareness.

Is this your "desert island beer?"
This isn't my desert island beer, however it has quickly become one of my all-time favorite Green Flash beers.

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Tropical, hoppy, zesty, and delicious.

Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
It drove me crazy! Trying to get all the ingredients to arrive on time was a nightmare. Everything showed up at the very last minute, but the final product ended up great, I hope we can make it again.

91 Rating – Roughtail Brewing Co. – 12th Round

Responses from Roughtail brewmaster Tony Tielli.

Who came up with this beer's recipe?
This is another recipe that I came up with and has evolved through collaboration with fellow brewer Matt Denham.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)? 
I think the balance between the malt, the hops and the alcohol is the coolest part of this one.

Where does this beer’s name come from?
For our American Style Strong Ale, we wanted a name that spoke to strength, so we went with a boxing reference to try to channel that old time bare-knuckle boxing feel.

Is this your "desert island beer?"
This beer packs a little too much punch to be the desert island beer, but it’s great when you want something really big and over the top!

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Malty toasty biscuity boozy hop-balanced.

Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
Our CEO and co-founder Blaine has attempted, on more than one occasion, to drink 12 12oz of 12th Rounds in 12 minutes. He has yet to succeed. Do not try this at home.

91 Rating – Roughtail Brewing Co. – Polar Night

Responses from Roughtail brewmaster Tony Tielli.

Who came up with this beer's recipe?
This beer is adapted from one of my old home-brew recipes.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)? 
I like the interplay between the citrusy american hops and the chocolate and roast from the dark malts.

Where does this beer’s name come from?
Polar Night is when Night lasts for more than 24 straight hours inside the polar circles. We thought it was a great tie in with the big roast and darkness of this stout.

Is this your "desert island beer?"
I love Polar Night on chilly winter evenings, but it’s not what I would necessarily take with me to a desert island!!

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Roasty citrus aromatic dry-hopped chocolate.