Jack McAuliffe started New Albion Brewing Co. in 1976 and
while the brewery only survived a few years, brewing its final batch in 1982,
McAuliffe and New Albion made brewing history as one of breweries that started
craft brewing in the U.S. New Albion has
been described as, “the most important failed brewery in the industry’s history”
(Ogle, Maureen). It was important for
serving as an example to other brewers who were getting started in that time
period, brewing beers that were not like the large marco-breweries, using hops
differently and in larger volumes, and a number of other reasons. Flash forward to 2012 and Jim Koch of Boston
Beer Co. announces that New Albion Ale (6% ABV and 30 IBU) would be brewed under
the Samuel Adams brand and available in January 2012.
American Pale Ale
– http://beeradvocate.com/beer/style/97
- BeerAdvocate
Appearance – Straw
gold with a one-finger head that quickly dissipates. The beer is very clear with good carbonation –
a steady stream of bubbles from the bottom of the glass.
Aroma – Grain, floral,
citrus and pine / resin. I picked up the
grain the most.
Taste – A solid
APA that starts with a sweetness, bread from the malt then a bit of citrus,
grass from the hops and then a clean finish with little aftertastes
Overall – B – New Albion Ale is very easy to drink
and I really appreciate Boston Beer Co. brewing a bit of history. We have a plethora of choices in beer today
and we are in the middle of a craft beer renaissance. I am happy to have the opportunity to try a
bit of history. It will be here for only
a limited time – pick some up and taste a bit of history.
Website description
– “Brewed solely with American Cascade
hops (why? Because that was all that was available to Jack at the time), New
Albion Ale is a golden American Pale Ale that holds a distinct citrus hop note
and subtle piney character. A delicious brew, it’s no wonder New Albion Ale
inspired so many of the Pale Ales we drink today.”
Wikipedia – New Albion
Brewing - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Albion_Brewing_Company
New Albion Ale - http://blog.samueladams.com/2013/01/14/new-albion-arrives/
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