We spoke with Kit NA Brewing Co-Founder Will Fisher about Get Set Wheat.

Who came up with this beer’s recipe? 
Myself and our Head Brewers, Simon Burhoe and Adrian Beck-Oliver.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)? 
The first sip! The way the aroma leads directly to the flavor and finishes like a traditional beer.

Where does this beer’s name come from? 
Our core beers are, On Your Mark, Get Set, and Here We Go. The names represent preparedness and the ability to start (or finish) your day with a great-tasting beer and none of the unwanted side effects.

Is this your “desert island beer?” 
Absolutely! 

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less? 
Light, citrusy beer with coriander, orange peel and a smooth finish.

Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer? 
One of our brewery's mantras is: "Under Your Own Influence." We craft great-tasting beer without the alcohol that allows our consumers to choose their own path. This "experience" is what myself and fellow co-founder Rob Barrett set out to create in our own lives and was the impetus for Kit NA Brewing.

We spoke with Moniker Brewery Head Brewer Benjamin Estes about Sun Sick Day.

Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
This is one of mine.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
I love this beer because it utilizes thiols in a fun and different way.

Where does this beer’s name come from?
A Sun Sick Day is when you call out of work just to enjoy a nice day. This beer was made to embody that.

Is this your “desert island beer?”
Oh, it's a contender. Tropical, a little salty, and refreshing. It’s definitely perfect for the beach.

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
A tropical bomb gose to be enjoyed in the sun.

Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
I took a case to a friend's beach BBQ on Memorial Day, where several other beers were offered. The case was gone before the meat was finished grilling, because all the guests couldn't get enough.

What's a good food pairing for this beer?
Ceviche or Spanish Paella.

We spoke with Moniker Brewery Head Brewer Benjamin Estes about Lagered Hedonism 03.

Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
This is one of mine.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
This beer's balance is my favorite, it's dark but not overly roasty, it's a lager but not thin, and there’s a lot of flavor but it's not heavy or filling.

Where does this beer’s name come from?
We wanted to make a series of Czech-inspired lagers, the name “Lagered Hedonism” fit perfectly because Hedonism is the idea that pleasure is the most important aspect of life, and that it should be prioritized over other values. That's how we feel at Moniker about lagers.

Is this your “desert island beer?”
Desert island beer?... No. I would say it’s my "lost in a corn maze in Autumn" beer.

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
A dark lager you can drink all day and night.

Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
We host our anniversary party every year in January. This year we used this beer to expose our patrons to Bierstacheln aka hot poker beers. I spent hours outside in the freezing cold poking beers. It was 100% worth it watching regulars, friends and family enjoying something new they have never tried before and loving it.

We spoke with Old 121 Brewhouse Co-Owner and Head Brewer Sam Nicholson about Old 121 ESB.

Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
This is a recipe I created homebrewing over 10 years ago that has been refined over the years.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
I will argue until I'm red in the face that ESB is one of the best styles of beer, and that's the reason why I love the beer. It's equal parts malt, hops and yeast in a way that other styles just don't stack up to.

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Tastes how beer should taste.

Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
This is a sentimental beer for me. It was the first homebrew recipe I really worked at making better and also was the most awarded homebrew beer I made. When I first started working at Old 121 as an intern (before taking over as Co-Owner), it was the first recipe of my own I got to scale up on the commercial system. It was then the first beer brewed after taking over as an owner before it was introduced as a year-round flagship. The icing on the cake was the 2024 World Beer Cup gold medal we won while attending CBC this year. A pretty surreal, full-circle moment.

We spoke with Old 121 Brewhouse Co-Owner and Head Brewer Sam Nicholson about Old 121 Lager.

Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
This recipe was created by one of the original founders of Old 121, Brett Zahrte. It's been slightly tweaked over the years, but the core elements have been in place for years.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
This is an American Lager at heart, but is inspired by the flavor world of Czech pilsners. The result is an easy-drinking lawn beer with tons of flavor. The burst of corn and cracker grain with some Saaz spiciness and a touch of fruitiness from the Andechs yeast make this a go-to day-drinker.

Where does this beer’s name come from?
This beer is our house lager, so we left off all the frills for the name. When regulars come and belly up to the bar, they ask for "Lager" and get a stein full of goodness.

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
A refreshing, flavorful and crushable lawnmower beer.

What's a good food pairing for this beer?
With high carbonation and flavor that can stand up to bold dishes, this would be a great beer to pair with street tacos or a burger. Enough crisp mouthfeel to cut through fat and heavy flavors but complementary enough to enhance the overall meal.