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地元ノースカロライナ州原産の在来ぶどう「マスカダイン・グレープ」で発酵させた、綿菓子のはっきりとした風味と繊細なファンクネスが特徴のミックスドカルチャーエール。ロゼワインからのインスピレーションで醸造されたビールで、十分に発酵させたドライなボディと、缶コンディションによる自然の炭酸が心地よい。

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A rose-inspired mixed-culture ale fermented with local muscadine grapes

Over the years, we have taken great pride in working with a myriad of local fruits. From doing so, we have developed some close relationships with a few in particular. The muscadine grape has certainly been an example of that. A wild grape native to North Carolina, the muscadine is perhaps the most yummy grape you’ve never heard of. Initially cultivated by Native Americans, they have long represented an important food source. Early explorers such as Sir Walter Raleigh marveled at their vigor and abundance and quickly fell in love with the unique grape. Fast forward to today, the muscadine/scuppernong has become synonymous with the south. Perhaps best known for producing sticky sweet wine, we have always wanted to show the world what this native grape was capable of. Favoring a fully fermented and incredibly dry profile, we absolutely love working with this regionally specific treat. Much larger compared to the European cultivars, the muscadine also boasts a tough exterior. Ask any southerner and they will tell you the best method for consumption is biting a little hole in the skin and sucking out the gooey innards. Boasting an unmistakable cotton candy profile along with a delicate funk, this rose-inspired beer/wine hybrid is exactly what you’ll need as summer quickly comes crashing down on spring. Conveniently offered in a 12oz can, we conditioned this beer naturally for an elevated bubbly drinking experience. Pairing perfectly with the tinned fish of your choosing, it’s time we gave the muscadine grape the attention it so well deserves