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pFriem Family Brewers Co-Founder and Brewmaster Josh Pfriem Talks Nelson Pale

96 Rating - World Class

pFriem Family Brewers Co-Founder and Brewmaster Josh Pfriem Talks Nelson Pale

We spoke with pFriem Family Brewers Co-Founder and Brewmaster Josh Pfriem about Nelson Pale.

Who was responsible for this beer’s recipe?
This beer was a group effort by our brewery management team.

What sets this beer apart from other examples within the style?
This is a stronger pale ale, and we really wanted to highlight the beautiful aspects of the Nelson hop varietal we love so much within it. We have really been enjoying our selected Nelson lots for crop year 2024, and we feel this beer represents those hops well.

What makes this beer truly World Class?
We aspire for all of our beers to be “World Class” at pFriem. We use the best possible ingredients, we have amazing brewing equipment, and we have a very talented team. We hope that with all of these things – along with a focus on balance and flavor – that we make something that all beer drinkers truly enjoy.

What is your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, mouthfeel, etc.)?
The impact of the Nelson hop is awesome: it’s ripe fruit-forward with bright Sauvignon Blanc character and just a kiss of diesel to make the hop character really jump out of the glass.

How popular is this beer among your faithful fans?
This is a new beer for us this fall, and it seems like it’s had a great reception so far. I also see a lot of the brewing team drinking this beer at the end of their workday.

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