Harpoon Brewing
Inside Harpoon’s 100 Barrel #47 [VIDEO]
From home brew recipe to the big time, this is the story of 100 Barrel Series #47, Hoppy Belgian Style Blonde.
Harpoon 100 Barrel #47: Hoppy Belgian Style Blonde
4 years ago, Harpoon Brewery started a friendly home brewing competition for their employees. The contest has grown into what is known as the Harpoon Kettle Cup. The most recent winner of the the cup was given a chance to brew for the brewery’s prolific 100 Barrel Series. Thus, introducing release #47 – Hoppy Belgian Style Blonde.
This delightfully drinkable Belgian-style ale features a big kick of American hops. A Belgian yeast strain, Bastogne, was used to give it a fruity/spicy character. A generous dose of hops — including Galaxy, Simcoe, Chinook, and an addition of whole Cascade hops — yields a powerful hop nose and flavor. The finish is sharp and satisfying.
Style: Belgian Style Blonde
Availability: 22oz bombers, Draft. One time release
6.5% ABV, 53 IBUs
Harpoon Vanilla Beantown Porter
Newbie from Harpoon Brewery – Vanilla Beantown Porter. Brewed with vanilla beans of course.
Style: Porter (w/ Vanilla Beans)
Availability: Draft only, as of 1/25/13
Arrival: TBA
6.4% ABV
Harpoon 100 Barrel Session 45: Director’s Cut
Session 45 of Harpoon Brewery’s (Boston, MA) 100 Barrel Series is on the horizon. To be known as Director’s Cut, the beer is a blend of two styles, a pale and a stout. Director’s Cut is named and brewed by ex Harpoon board members Mark Edwards & Jim Perry.
We knew that being long time friends with Harpoons co-founders, Rich and Dan, would eventually pay off. We’ve loved our time serving on the brewery’s Board since the early years, and were thrilled when they invited us to brew this beer. Individual sensibilities add character, in both friendship and beer.
Style: Stout (blended w/ pale ale)
Availability: 22 oz bombers, Draft
Arrival: TBA
6.25% ABV, 38 IBUs
Harpoon Black IPA
Harpoon 100 Barrel #44: El Triunfo Coffee Porter
Coming soon to Harpoon’s 100 Barrel Series – #44 El Triunfo Coffee Porter. White IPA #43 just hit shelves. El Triunfo just happens to be a Mexican restaurant in Harpoon’s hometown of Boston. Release date to be announced.
Harpoon on 100 Barrel White IPA [Video]
Harpoon Brewing is on the cusp of shipping the next 100 Barrel Series release – White IPA. The beer is a new take on the American IPA. Describes as
…notes of orange peel and coriander, the soft mouthfeel reminiscent of a Belgian wit, and the hop additions of Simcoe, Citra and Cascade, he strikes a delicate balance between two disparate styles while showcasing the characteristics of both.
The beer was packaged this month and is ready to ship. Harpoon brewmaster Ken Hermann chats about the new release.
