Here’s what we’re going to be gulping back this week…
Talanoa by Steel & Oak Brewing Co.
5.6% ABV • 650 mL bottles
According to Steel & Oak, Talanoa is the Fijian word for sharing stories and ideas in order to nurture understanding and build relationships. Designed and brewed by the women of Steel & Oak for its annual Women’s Charity Brew and Fundraiser, partial proceeds from Talanoa beer sales will be donated to The Kettle Society, a non-profit that helps people living with mental illness by providing housing, support and raising awareness of mental health issues. The beer was conditioned on black currant puree and rosemary and pours a striking bright red colour, with aromatic notes of fresh gooseberry, passion fruit, and floral notes of carnation and rose. A sweet earthy taste with a hint of rosemary and pine, Talanoa was fermented with an American ale yeast so it finishes clean and fruity. 650 mL bottles of Talanoa will be available for purchase at the Steel & Oak tasting room and local liquor stores.
Yuzu Gose and Raspberry Golden Sour by Île Sauvage Brewing Co.
Yuzu Gose: 5% ABV • 473 mL tall cans / Raspberry Golden Sour: 5.5% ABV • 473 mL tall cans
Victoria’s Île Sauvage Brewing Co. finished its first-ever canning run and will releasing two beers into 473 mL four-packs this week: Yuzu Gose and Raspberry Golden Sour. Yuzu Gose is a dry-hopped salted sour wheat ale with Citra hops and citrus yuzu fruit, while the Raspberry Golden Sour is the latest edition of Île Sauvage’s golden fruit sour series. Both beers are available at the brewery and private liquor stores.
Compressed Data by Category 12 Brewing
4.5% ABV • 473 mL tall cans
Category 12’s latest release in its hazy, juicy Data series, Compressed Data focuses on the bright citrus aromas of Lemondrop hops and fruity Norwegian farmhouse Kveik yeast. Expect “a cascade of fresh citrus in a format that doesn’t compromise on flavour, body, or drinkability.” And at just 4.5% ABV, it’s easy to share and you don’t have to worry about it filling up your hard drive.
