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Great South Bay Tasting Room Exclusive #08: Kölsch

Great South Bay Brewery
Bay Shore, New York
Beer style: Kölsch / Kölsch-Style
Ref: ratebeer.com Apr2024

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April 26, 2012: Traditionally brewed in Cologne, Germany, this style of beer has taken on many different names over the years. Most Americans have had a beer or two that they never even knew was a Kölsch style ale. Craft Brewers have been brewing styles such as Summer Ale or Golden Ale using this style as their guide for years. This brew starts with an all German Pilsner Malt base with the addition of Hallertau Mittelfruh hops. We then ferment this beer at ale temperature and then condition it at lagering temperature to bring through a clean crisp taste that is reminiscent of lighter lagers, but with elements you’d expect to find in an ale.