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CA State Fair Winner’s Circle: Beer
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From American ales to European lagers, there’s one thing all these beers have in common—gold! Find these 1st place picks from the California State Fair and more in our adult beverage department!
From American ales to European lagers, there’s one thing all these beers have in common—gold! Find these 1st place picks from the California State Fair and more in our adult beverage department!
American River Brewing Coloma Brown (1st Place American Ale): Inspired by the gold found in the American River in days of old, this deep brown ale is rich with a hint of coffee. (5.5% ABV, 35 IBU)
Yolo Brewing Company Nutty Brown Ale (1st Place English Brown Ale): This smooth, mild ale is lightly hopped with distinct toasted malt flavors. It’s slightly sweet with notes of roasted nut and toffee. (5.4% ABV, 25 IBU)
Belching Beaver Brewery Beavers Milk Stout (1st Place Stout): Starting off with a light, roasted coffee impression that finishes with a lingering sweetness, this light stout is both frothy and silky. (5.3% ABV, 30 IBU)
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Danish Red Lager (1st Place European Amber Lager): This amber-colored, full-bodied lager combines European malts with North American and German hops for rich layers of caramel malt flavor. (5.5% ABV, 23 IBU)
High Water Brewing Campfire Stout (1st Place Specialty Beer): Like s’mores? This unique stout is brewed with graham crackers and molasses with notes of chocolate and a hint of marshmallow for that classic campfire experience. (6.5% ABV, 39 IBU)