INTERVIEW: Bobby Vedder — Summer Beers 2016
HOUR Detroit Magazine 2015 Cicerone of the Year Bobby Vedder talks about the latest trends in beer and gives us his top summer beers for 2016. Enjoy!
Beer List:
Clubhouse American Cream Ale · Griffin Claw
Mighty Melon · North Peak Brewing
Dead Kettle IPA, Right Brain
Lucifer’s Cuvée · Latitude 42
Norm’s Gateway IPA · Griffin Claw
Oval Beach Blonde · Saugatuck
Mr. Orange · Tapistry
Blood Orange Honey · Cheboygan
Clubhouse Cream Ale · Griffin Claw
Brandon reviewed this beer on the show previously, and thinks it should definitely be added to the summer 2016 lineup. Just look at that label!
Mighty Melon Ale · North Peak
Mighty Melon Ale is from North Peak in Traverse City. Bobby describes it as “watermelon-flavored ridiculousness.”
Brandon mentions the new trend toward fruity beers, especially citrusy IPAs. Bobby says brewers have really figured out how to use citrus fruits in their beers, and it’s paying off really well. New hops are helping fuel this trend. Bobby expects to see a hop blend trend this summer.
Norm’s Gateway IPA · Griffin Claw
It’s a refreshing beer to enjoy after mowing the lawn and it’s apparently unbelieveable. If Bobby’s recommending it, it’s definitely worth a try!
Oval Beach Blonde Ale · Saugatuck Brewing
Bobby highly recommends this beer and its namesake. Spend a day sampling at Saugatuck Brewing Co., and then pick up a pack of cans of refreshing Oval Beach Blonde before heading to Oval Beach (the place).
Tony is looking forward to golf season, especially because courses are offering a wider variety of beer options. Bobby says that as more breweries start focusing on putting their beer in cans, the more golf courses can offer, and the more options you’ll have for the beach (or anywhere!) because it will be easier to take the cans places. And it’s better for the environment, which is a bonus.
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