Positive Contact2 is the second batch of the Imperial Belgian-Style Wheat beer that Sam and Ben brewed a couple months back. For this batch, we stepped up the spice and cider additions. Instead of 200 lbs of apples, Ben pressed 300 lbs of organic Fuji apples for a total addition of 25 gallons of fresh pressed cider, which was added to the whirlpool in order to really bring out the cider character. The amount of cilantro was nearly quadrupled with 4 lbs total, which was pureed with a portion of the cider and then added after the boil was done. The cayenne was doubled, but added directly before the beer was transferred from the kettle to the fermenter in an effort to minimize the burn while increasing the flavor and aroma contributed. A different type of wit yeast was used and then fermented slightly cooler to keep the yeast character minimal and act as a supporting role to the main players the cider and spices. Lastly, this batch was boiled for less time than the original batch, leaving the beer with a lighter straw color than the amberish hue of batch #1.
Overall, Positive Contact2 is characterized by its bright spritzy cider character and autumnal herbal quality derived from the cilantro, cayenne, and yeast. This beer is a great companion with our fried pickle appetizer or the catch of the day.
This beer is the test batch for the wide-release of the latest in our Music Series of beers… this one is an amalgamation of hip-hop, beer, cider and a DIY culinary experience! Read the entire release here!
Positive Contact was originally tapped 12/26/2011 and will be available until it is gone. Due to limited availability, Positive Contact is not available in growlers.
