This is a style of beer that originated in the Cascade Mountains of the Pacific Northwest and is considered to be one of the few styles America can lay claim to. Hops grown high in the Colorado Mountains present a resinous, piney flavor to this beer that accentuates a distinct roasted character brought forth by special roasted malt from Germany. This beer strikes a true balance between the hops and malt, making this an interesting presentation for a hop-forward beer.