Shipyard Brewing Releases Imperial Pilsner

 

Shipyard’s vice president of sales and marketing, Bruce Forsley said “Pete has always had an affinity for German beers and he welcomed the challenge of producing Shipyard’s first lager. He selected the yeast strain W 34/70 from the famed Weihenstephan Institute in Germany for its very dry, clean character. The hop profile is a blend of Czech Saaz and German Hallertau to add a spice hop flavor to the finish. Primary fermentation requires 10 days at which point the beer is then lagered for 28 more days. To add an American dimension to the beer Pete brought the ABV to 8.6%. A true Imperial Pilsner!”

 

Production is limited to 1,200 cases of 22oz. bottles and a small amount of draft. This newest addition to the Signature Series is only available in the spring while supplies last.