We know there are plenty of beer lovers who want the good stuff in their glass to taste predictably like, well ... beer. Then there are the rest of us. A tad artistic in our tastes, maybe leaning into flavors that are a little more experimental. For this crowd, several of Michigan’s more than 200 breweries are testing the limits of what to toss in with their hops, malt and water. These adventurous brewers are finding their fans.
Our friends at Pure Michigan recently put out a roundup of some of the “wackiest” beers on tap throughout the state. At least one is being brewed with Northern Michigan’s favorite fruit dessert: whole cherry pies - and even the tasty, homemade crust. Others carry the flavor of spring itself, laced with Michigan maple syrup. And maybe a little bacon.
Here are their nine picks, and their descriptions of each brew:
Peter Piper Pepper Pale Ale by Rockford Brewing Company: “This pale ale utilizes serrano, jalapeno, banana and Hungarian wax peppers from Heidi’s Farmstand and Bakery in Lowell. You can expect a finish of fresh peppers without an overwhelmingly spicy bite. Also try Hot Peter; Peter Piper Pepper Pale Ale cask conditioned on a blend of peppers. - ABV: 5%”
440 Pepper Smoker by Original Gravity Brewing Company in Milan: “This Amber Ale uses a German smoked malt, producing a balanced smoky flavor that works well with the heat from the fresh jalapenos that are added during several stages of the brewing process. - ABV: 5.6%”
Rye Hipster Brunch Stout by Odd Side Ales in Grand Haven: “This dark, boozy stout was aged in bourbon barrels along with coffee, maple syrup and bacon. While made with breakfast ingredients, the sweet and complex flavors found in this beer would also be great for dessert. - ABV: 10%”
Barrel Aged Sweet Potato Souffle by Odd Side Ales in Grand Haven: “This boozy, spiced strong ale is brewed with sweet potatoes and aged in rye whiskey barrels. Skip the sweet potato casserole and make this the centerpiece of your Thanksgiving table. - ABV: 10%”
Cherry Pie Whole by Right Brain Brewery in Traverse City: “Tapped annually in July, this amber ale is brewed with 80 entire cherry pies -- crusts and all -- from Grand Traverse Pie Company. Released just in time for the National Cherry Festival, you can expect the tart-sweet flavor of cherries and a crackery finish from the crusts. - ABV: 5.4%”
Ain’t Jemima by Rockford Brewing Company: “Rockford Brewing Company replaced the water in the brewing process with fresh sap from local maple trees for this sweet beer. Carmel and Munich malts mix well with the maple syrup flavor that easily ferments down to a dry, refreshing finish. - ABV: 7.6%”
Pig bones and heads flavor this smooth brew. Photo provided by Right Brain Brewery.
Mangalista Pig Porter by Right Brain Brewery in Traverse City: “A rich, chocolaty porter that is brewed with smoked pig heads and bones. While the vegetarians will want to steer clear, this is the beer that put the spotlight on Right Brain when it was named the 2011 Gold Medal Winner for Best Experimental Beer at the Great American Beer Festival. - ABV: 7%”
OMGWTFBBQ by Short’s Brewing Company in Bellaire: “This barbecue-themed experimental amber ale is brewed with tomatoes, brown sugar, molasses, spices and smoked hops. While its smokiness and slight spiciness harken to barbecue sauce, the malty backbone reminds you that this is a surprisingly drinkable beer. - ABV: 6.7%”
Spear Beer by Right Brain Brewery in Traverse City: “A light-bodied ale with nutty, earthy and sweet notes from real asparagus! They also add real lemon zest for a little brightness in the mix. It sounds weird, but it is a must-try for asparagus fans. - ABV: 5.3%”
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