Church Brew St. James Biere De Garde

Church Brew St. James Biere De Garde

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Brewed by Church Brew Works

Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Style:  Biere de Garde

7% Alcohol by Volume

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This style originates in the northern French departments (counties), Pas de Calais and Nord along the English Channel and Belgian border. Biere de garde is the French contribution to the world of brewing. The style is a fine example of the artisan practice of brewing. These beers got there start being brewed in farmhouses as opposed to large commercial breweries that preferred to brew lighter lagers. The style is brewed with a top fermenting yeast strain like traditional ales. However, after fermentation unlike ales the beer is stored cold or "garded" from four to six weeks. This gives the beer its smooth malty finish. Our example of this style sticks to tradition. When you taste the beer you will notice the big malty body. The hop character is subtle but it will linger after you’ve finished your sip. I did this on purpose so that the malt body will shine. The finish is smooth and dry with a little lingering alcohol burn. I hope everyone enjoys this interpretation of my favorite style of beer.