Wallenpaupack Brewing Co. Head Brewer Logan Ackerley Talks English Pale Mild Ale

We spoke with Wallenpaupack Brewing Co. Head Brewer Logan Ackerley about English Pale Mild Ale.

BC: What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
This is one of my favorite beers in our portfolio. I’m a big proponent of full-flavored beer that is low in alcohol. This beer has a beautiful toffee flavor from English malts and ferments dry with a pleasant ester-producing yeast strain. Despite being only 3.5% ABV, it has plenty of flavor and doesn’t feel watered down.

BC: Is this your “desert island beer?”
This is definitely a desert island beer for me. It’s an excellent balance of flavor and refreshment.

BC: Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
We actually won a silver medal at the 2020 Great American Beer Festival for this one. The announcement of the winners actually took place on my birthday. I was traveling and didn’t have cell service but when I finally got service I had fifty-something texts from friends, family, and co-workers letting me know. So I was a little late to the party but the news made for a pretty great birthday.

BC: What's a good food pairing for this beer?
I can pair this beer with almost anything, but the best pairing I’ve found is with classic fish and chips.

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