We spoke with Bent Paddle Brewing Co-Founders Colin Mullen and Byron Tonnis about 14 Degree ESB.
BC: Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
We did.
BC: What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
I really appreciate the balance that this beer showcases. Each ingredient category (malt, hops, yeast, water) is presented in a way that really exemplifies our brewing philosophy.
BC: Where does this beer’s name come from?
14 Degrees is the angle of a many bent shaft canoe paddles
BC: Is this your “desert island beer?”
No – but if I built a rustic “bushcraft” brewery on an island I would try to brew this for a change of pace.
BC: Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Balanced with toasted malt and accents of citrus and pine.
BC: Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
Our 14 Degree ESB is our most decorated brand and has won a bronze, silver and gold medal at the Great American Beer Festival.