From Saint Arnold:
Icon Gold, the latest in our Icon series of beers, is also the biggest beer we've brewed in this series. It started its life as a bière de Noël. Then it was decided to change the yeast to saison yeast. In the end, we have something closer to a very complex dubbel than a saison. And coming in at 9.0% ABV, this beer is a mouthful. Here is what brewer Aaron Inkrott has to say about his recipe:
"The inspiration for this beer comes from the traditional French and Belgian farmhouse style ales; Bière de Noël and Saison. The malts used were focused on creating a complex malt backbone, with subtle floral characteristics from the Hersbrucker hops. The yeast is an aromatic Belgian Saison strain that produces complex esters balanced with earthy/spicy notes. The beer finishes slightly tart and dry with a peppery finish."
Icon Gold will be showing up on tap and on store shelves as Icon Green runs out. And for fans of Icon Green, the final cask is being served this week at the Great British Beer Festival. Just in case you are in London.
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