USA Golden Oak-Aged Strong Ale Brewed by: Jolly Pumpkin Artisan AlesCountry: United StatesStyle: Golden / SaisonColor: Hazy GoldABV: 8%Ratebeer.com rating: 98BeerAdvocate.com rating: 92 Oro (ABV 8%) from Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales is brewed in the Franco-Belgian tradition of strong golden ales.Made with Pilsner Malt, Pale Malt, & Wheat Malt, plus Crystal, Hallertauer, & Tettnang Hops, aged in oak for 6 to 9 months, and refermented in the can. The result is a hazy gold ale, spicy, peppery, and slightly tart, with a gentle hop bouquet and the beguiling influence of wild yeast. Also known as "Oro de Calabaza".12 oz. can Brewery Information: Founded in Dexter, Michigan in 2004 by brewmaster Ron Jeffries, Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales was the first all wild, oak-aged brewery in the United States.They use old-world brewing methods (open fermentation, oak aging, and bottle or can conditioning) to create traditional, rustic, country-style beers of extraordinary complexity and earthiness.
