Headed your way in May is a new fruit infused offering from Shipyard Brewing (Portland, ME.) Smashed Blueberry joins the Pugsley’s Signature Series. Shipyard states this beer is a blend between a porter and a scotch ale, with fresh blueberries added.
Hops: Summit, Tettnang, Cascade
Malts: Pale, Crystal, Chocolate, Roasted Barley, Light Munich, Torrified Wheat
Yeast: Top-Fermenting English
Taste Expectations (Per Shipyard): This beer has a rich mouth feel and a body of complex intensity. Upfront, there are distinct flavors of coffee and chocolate beautifully accentuated by the aroma of fresh blueberries. The finish features a delicate balance of sweet fruit and dry hops.
Food Pairings: Glazed Duck, Ribs, BBQ, Chocolate, Blueberry deserts
Availability: 22oz bottles. Draft.
Arrival: May, 2011
9% ABV
This sounds great! I was a huge fan of their Smashed Pumpkin, and I hope they continue to make more “smashed fruit” beers.