Perennial Artisan Ales

Perennial Devil’s Heart Of Gold

The above is the 3rd edition of The Wine & Cheese Place 30th Anniversary celebration.  This year, the well know retailer is releasing a series of barrel aged releases in collaboration with local St. Louis breweries.  This edition a barrel Continue Reading →

Perennial “Brew For The Crew”

Perennial Artisan Ales Brew For The Crew.  A beer brew for Farmhaus, an organic/sustainable agriculture restaurant concept in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Farmhaus is dedicated to supporting local farms, organic food production and sustainable agriculture. We focus on using fresh, seasonal ingredients to Continue Reading →

Perennial & Half Acre Collaborate On Plan B

One of St. Louis, Missouri’s newest breweries Perennial is collaborating with Half Acre Brewing (Chicago, IL.)  The beer is dubbed Plan B, is the first collaboration by Perennial.  Brew day is this Friday according to the brewery.  “B” will be Continue Reading →

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Perennial’s Chocolatey House Brew For Chocolate Bar

So another Missouri brewer opted to put their highly touted chocolate ale on hiatus? Don’t fret. Another up and coming Missouri brewery looks to woo those with a love of the cocoa bean.  The above is Perennial Artisanal Ale’s house brew for Bailey’s Chocolate Bar, based in Saint Louis. The bar features 90 beers, chocolate martinis and over 90 beers, including the above.  Even better, this chocolate ale is already available. Don’t expect a heavy stout or porter. This is an amber wheat ale, with a delicate chocolate balance.

This is Bailey’s Chocolate Bar’s luxurious house brew. An approachable yet complex Amber Wheat Ale with deep natural chocolate flavors. Our handcrafted beer is sure to please both beer aficionados and chocolate lovers, alike.  

Style: Wheat Ale (w/ cocoa nibs)
Availability: 750ml bottles at Chocolate Bar – St. Louis.

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by Reid Ramsay
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Perennial To Take You On A Fantastic Voyage (Coolio Anyone?)

Perennial Artisanal Fantastic VoyageProof of more creativity coming out of Saint Louis, Missouri. Perennial Artisanal Ales looks to take you on a Fantastic Voyage.  A milk stout brewed with coconut.

Fantastic Voyage is a harmonic melange of coconut and Imperial Milk Stout brought to us by brewer, Jim Leabig. Loads of coconut, CO lactase and black malt balance each other to provide flavors reminiscent of chocolate covered coconut with a finish smooth like silk sheets. Best enjoyed while listening to slow jams – by candlelight.

Style: Milk Stout (w/ Coconut)
Availability: 750 ml bottles
Arrival: July, 2012

8.8% ABV 

by Reid Ramsay
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Perennial Devil’s Heart Of Gold

Perennial Devil's Heart Of GoldThe above is the 3rd edition of The Wine & Cheese Place 30th Anniversary celebration.  This year, the well know retailer is releasing a series of barrel aged releases in collaboration with local St. Louis breweries.  This edition a barrel aged version of Perennial Ales Heart Of Gold Wheat Wine Ale.

Style: Wheat Wine (Barrel Aged)
Availability: 750 ml bottles, typically limited to around 200 bottles.

10% ABV

Recently released editions are – Schlafly Bourbon Barrel Quad, and 2nd Shift Barrel Aged Liquid Spiritual Delight.

by Reid Ramsay
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Perennial “Brew For The Crew”

Perennial Brew For The CrewPerennial Artisan Ales Brew For The Crew.  A beer brew for Farmhaus, an organic/sustainable agriculture restaurant concept in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Farmhaus is dedicated to supporting local farms, organic food production and sustainable agriculture. We focus on using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create a memorable and intriguing dining experience. The menu of small plates and tasting menus changes daily reflecting chef Kevin’s inspirations. Come experience the everchanging menu and welcoming atmosphere at Farmhaus.

The beer is a Munich-style lager (much like Weihenstephaner Original, or Victory Lager.)  Malty, bright, & clean.

Style: Lager
Availability: 750 ml bottles
Arrival: TBA

5.6% ABV

 

by Reid Ramsay
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Perennial Artisanal “Savant Beersel” In Wine Barrels

Perennial Artisanal Savant BeerselSavant Beersel is a newbie from St. Louis based Perennial Artisanal Ales.  A 100% brettanomyces (wild yeast) fermented beer with Missouri grapes, aged in French oak cabernet wine barrels.

Style:                 (w/ Grapes, Barrel Aged)
Availability: 750 ml bottles, Draft
Arrival: TBA (Soon)

8% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
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Perennial 17 (Barrel Aged Mint Chocolate Stout) Arrives On St. Paddy’s

Perennial Artisan 17Perennial Artisan Ales 17 will arrive in the tap room in St. Louis, Missouri on 3/17.  17 is a mint chocolate stout, aged in whiskey barrels.

Style: Imperial Stout (Brewed w/ Mint, Chocolate, Barrel Aged)
Availability: 750ml bottles\
Arrival: 3/17/12

11.5% ABV 

Recent Perennial news: They just released a collaboration with Half Acre Brewing – Plan B,  a Belgian Strong Dark Ale w/ Currants

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Perennial & Half Acre Collaborate On Plan B

One of St. Louis, Missouri’s newest breweries Perennial is collaborating with Half Acre Brewing (Chicago, IL.)  The beer is dubbed Plan B, is the first collaboration by Perennial.  Brew day is this Friday according to the brewery.  “B” will be a sour mash Belgian Dark Ale, brewed with black currants.  Currants are perennial berries, with a sweet taste.

Style: Belgian Strong Dark Ale (w/ Black Currants)
Availability: 750ml bottles.
Arrival: Bottling in January, 2012. Distribution through Perennial’s channel.

8% ABV

note: The green in the artwork is an error in the file. Better artwork to follow.  

by Reid Ramsay