Lobstick Lager
Festbier
Creator, Dave Hurley
Lobstick Lager
Creator, Dave Hurley
Lobstick Lager
Creator, Dave Hurley
A smooth, clean, pale German lager featuring a prominent malt flavour and light hop character. Lobstick’s are traditional markers found in Boreal Forests, created by removing the middle branches of pine trees. Stay on course. Enjoy responsibly.
Indigenous communities used lobsticks since pre-history to mark trails and hunting grounds. The lobstick was created by cutting off most of the lower branches of tall pine or spruce trees. The remaining tuft on the top would make the tree conspicuous from a distance. Occasionally other trees surrounding the lobstick would be cut down to further improve its visibility. In some instances, the bark was removed and names were carved on the wood. Lobsticks would mark trails or portages, sources of food, or hunting grounds. They were also used as cultural markers, to signify meeting places, burial grounds, ceremonial sites, personal totems or to honour someone.
Stop by the taproom and enjoy this on our Czech Side pull tap. The side pull tap is equipped with a micro-screen which aerates the lager as it is poured, and the ball valve allows for varying flow rates. Both of these result in an extra creamy, smooth head on your beer that elevates the aromas and mouth feel.
Indigenous communities used lobsticks since pre-history to mark trails and hunting grounds. The lobstick was created by cutting off most of the lower branches of tall pine or spruce trees. The remaining tuft on the top would make the tree conspicuous from a distance. Occasionally other trees surrounding the lobstick would be cut down to further improve its visibility. In some instances, the bark was removed and names were carved on the wood. Lobsticks would mark trails or portages, sources of food, or hunting grounds. They were also used as cultural markers, to signify meeting places, burial grounds, ceremonial sites, personal totems or to honour someone.
Stop by the taproom and enjoy this on our Czech Side pull tap. The side pull tap is equipped with a micro-screen which aerates the lager as it is poured, and the ball valve allows for varying flow rates. Both of these result in an extra creamy, smooth head on your beer that elevates the aromas and mouth feel.
A smooth, clean, pale German lager featuring a prominent malt flavour and light hop character. Lobstick’s are traditional markers found in Boreal Forests, created by removing the middle branches of pine trees. Stay on course. Enjoy responsibly.
Indigenous communities used lobsticks since pre-history to mark trails and hunting grounds. The lobstick was created by cutting off most of the lower branches of tall pine or spruce trees. The remaining tuft on the top would make the tree conspicuous from a distance. Occasionally other trees surrounding the lobstick would be cut down to further improve its visibility. In some instances, the bark was removed and names were carved on the wood. Lobsticks would mark trails or portages, sources of food, or hunting grounds. They were also used as cultural markers, to signify meeting places, burial grounds, ceremonial sites, personal totems or to honour someone.
Stop by the taproom and enjoy this on our Czech Side pull tap. The side pull tap is equipped with a micro-screen which aerates the lager as it is poured, and the ball valve allows for varying flow rates. Both of these result in an extra creamy, smooth head on your beer that elevates the aromas and mouth feel.
Indigenous communities used lobsticks since pre-history to mark trails and hunting grounds. The lobstick was created by cutting off most of the lower branches of tall pine or spruce trees. The remaining tuft on the top would make the tree conspicuous from a distance. Occasionally other trees surrounding the lobstick would be cut down to further improve its visibility. In some instances, the bark was removed and names were carved on the wood. Lobsticks would mark trails or portages, sources of food, or hunting grounds. They were also used as cultural markers, to signify meeting places, burial grounds, ceremonial sites, personal totems or to honour someone.
Stop by the taproom and enjoy this on our Czech Side pull tap. The side pull tap is equipped with a micro-screen which aerates the lager as it is poured, and the ball valve allows for varying flow rates. Both of these result in an extra creamy, smooth head on your beer that elevates the aromas and mouth feel.
A smooth, clean, pale German lager featuring a prominent malt flavour and light hop character. Lobstick’s are traditional markers found in Boreal Forests, created by removing the middle branches of pine trees. Stay on course. Enjoy responsibly.
Indigenous communities used lobsticks since pre-history to mark trails and hunting grounds. The lobstick was created by cutting off most of the lower branches of tall pine or spruce trees. The remaining tuft on the top would make the tree conspicuous from a distance. Occasionally other trees surrounding the lobstick would be cut down to further improve its visibility. In some instances, the bark was removed and names were carved on the wood. Lobsticks would mark trails or portages, sources of food, or hunting grounds. They were also used as cultural markers, to signify meeting places, burial grounds, ceremonial sites, personal totems or to honour someone.
Stop by the taproom and enjoy this on our Czech Side pull tap. The side pull tap is equipped with a micro-screen which aerates the lager as it is poured, and the ball valve allows for varying flow rates. Both of these result in an extra creamy, smooth head on your beer that elevates the aromas and mouth feel.
Indigenous communities used lobsticks since pre-history to mark trails and hunting grounds. The lobstick was created by cutting off most of the lower branches of tall pine or spruce trees. The remaining tuft on the top would make the tree conspicuous from a distance. Occasionally other trees surrounding the lobstick would be cut down to further improve its visibility. In some instances, the bark was removed and names were carved on the wood. Lobsticks would mark trails or portages, sources of food, or hunting grounds. They were also used as cultural markers, to signify meeting places, burial grounds, ceremonial sites, personal totems or to honour someone.
Stop by the taproom and enjoy this on our Czech Side pull tap. The side pull tap is equipped with a micro-screen which aerates the lager as it is poured, and the ball valve allows for varying flow rates. Both of these result in an extra creamy, smooth head on your beer that elevates the aromas and mouth feel.
“One of our yearly brews, this Festbier is something else. Smooth, refreshing, and crisp”
THE STYLE
Festbier Lagers are similar in appearance to a German Pils, a crystal clear gold colour. The malt balance showcases the bready flavours of the pilsen malt. Generally this style is lighter in colour, ranging from a straw to gold colouring. This is the style that is currently served at Octoberfest, in Munich, Germany.
THE HISTORY
History for this beer starts off in 1810 with the wedding celebration of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxony in Bavaria. This celebration was open to the entire population of Munich, there was plenty of beer drinking and people loved it so much they held the celebration the next year and every year after that. It is now known as Octoberfest. Initially a heavier, darker Marzen was served at Octoberfest. Over the years they shifted to serving a pale, crisper lager style referred to as a Festbier.
THE DETAILS
Ingredients: Water, Malted Barley, Hops, Yeast
Adjuncts: N/A
Hops: Tettnang, Sazz
Malt: Pislen, Vienna, Light Munich, Acidulated
Tasting Notes: Moderate Maltiness with notes of dough, Moderate Bitterness, Moderate Hop Flavours