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Beau's Wag the Wolf

Beau's Brewing Co. / Halcyon Barrel House
Vankleek Hill, Ontario
Beer style: Wheat Ale - India / Hopfenweisse
Ref: ratebeer.com May2024

Common descriptors are
Wag the Wolf is a hazy white I.P.A. that packs bright and citrusy organic hops into every sip. Brewed with a substantial ratio of organic wheat to barley malts, its aromas of lemon and grapefruit lead into a finish that is lively and refreshingly hoppy.

History & Style
The white I.P.A. is a modern mash-up of two beer styles, a classic wheat ale and a bold American I.P.A. To brew Wag the Wolf we use organic Motueka and Rakau hops, and a late-addition hop technique to draw extra aroma from them.

Tasting Notes
Wag the Wolf pours a hazy yellow with dense white foam. There is a burst of citrus with lemon and grapefruit on the nose along with banana notes. The flavour is similarly fruity; with an additional hints of papaya, peach and mild peppery notes. The bitterness is firm but not overwhelming. It has lively carbonation and a medium body. The finish is bright and balanced.

Food Pairings
Whitefish, lemon-marinated pepper chicken, washed-rind semi-firm cheeses, lemon squares.

Technical Specs
ALC./VOL.: 6.0%
INGREDIENTS: Local Spring Water, Organic Barley and Wheat Malts, Organic Hops, Weizen Yeast.
IBUS: 30
FG: 2.5°P
IDEAL SERVING TEMPERATURE: 4-6° C