Kona Brewing Releases ‘Magic Sands’ Saison in California and Florida

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii – Tropical island ingredients, craft beer wizardry and a distinctive blend of flavors is casting a spell over pubs throughout California and Florida with Kona Brewing Co.’s crisp, refreshing Magic Sands Saison – now available to enjoy.

The saison is named after one of Hawaii Island’s most intriguing stretches of sand known as Magic Sands (also called La?aloa). During the winter, the beach often “disappears” when the waves wash over the small white-sand parcel. Like the beach, Magic Sands Saison is equally popular but only for those lucky enough to enjoy this enchanting craft beer while it lasts.

Kona Brewing Co. is sending Magic Sands (ABV 5.5%, 18 IBU) to the Golden and Sunshine States because of their penchant for a laid-back approach to life and affinity for well-made beer. The beer is reaching the shores just as the weather warms and beer drinkers seek an easy-drinking brew that goes down as delightfully as the setting sun. That’s because whichever state they happen to find themselves in, this beer miraculously transports them to Hawaii – not the place, but the state of mind. Where cruising is elevated to an art form and relaxing is a well-deserved reward. When you order a Magic Sands Saison, you’re saying, “I’m ready to slow down and savor this moment.”

For this special release, Kona’s traditional farmhouse style ale with Keitt mangoes and French Saison yeast conjures a uniquely Hawaiian twist of citrus and spice flavors with a touch of tartness. Made with Millennium, Hallertauer, and Citra hops, Magic Sands Saison pairs powerfully well with fresh fish and light meats, like chicken, and its crisp finish presents a bewitching compliment to a strawberry spinach salad.

“Fruit-forward brews are a big hit here in the Islands, so we thought beer lovers on opposite coasts would enjoy them just as much,” said Sandi Shriver, head of Kona Brewing Co.’s brewery operations. “This beer’s distinctive mango flavor and citrusy aroma have a magical effect after a long day at the beach, on the water or anywhere you’re kicking back to unwind.”

Magic Sands is the latest beer in Kona Brewing’s Lanai Series – a collection of island-inspired small batch beers released for a limited time in draft only on the Mainland. Each specialty beer was handpicked by the Kona Brewing team to showcase the unique flavors of Hawaii and to share the brews that locals reach for when they kick back and relax.