It’s no surprise we’re fans of good, bold beer. So naturally we went around the Cat Footwear HQ to survey our co-workers for International Beer Day. See what they had to say about local Michigan brews.
What’s your favorite local beer? Why?
(via @PerrinBrewing)
Fruity Beers:
- Perrin Grapefruit (Top Pick!)
- Kelsey, Marketing Specialist – It’s sweet, but not too sweet and always refreshing no matter what season it is!
- Mason, Graphic Designer – It’s got a light taste with a great finish.
- Bell’s Oberon
- Courtney, Marketing Manager – So incredibly refreshing on a hot Summer Day and I could never find it when I was living in St. Louis…absence makes the heart grow fonder!
- Mitten’s Teddy Raspberry
- Katey, Marketing Comms Manager – It’s slightly sweet with a crisp sour finish.
IPA’s & Sour Beers:
- Jolly Pumpkin Oro de Calabaza
- Shalee, Senior Product Manager – Summertime has me craving the sours!
- Bell’s Two Hearted
- Tasha, Demand Planner – I really enjoy IPAs and like that Two Hearted is packed with hops and a nice citrus flavor. It’s very drinkable so when I’m not trying something new on a menu it’s my go to beer.
Easy Drinking:
- Ski Patrol Brewery Vivant
- Joe, Ecomm Marketing Manager – It’s a great Belgian style Wit with hint of citrus.
- Perrin Black
- Dylan, Design Director – Interesting smoky and chocolaty/coffee oriented flavors in an easy to drink vehicle.
- Perrin Gold
- Jared, Sales Director – It’s so good when it hits your lips! Slightly sweet with a crisp sour finish.
Favorite place to crack open a cold one?
(via Rockwell Republic)
Joe – At the bar on the altar of taps at Brewery Vivant.
Kelsey – Patio at Rockwell Republic or my own patio at my apartment overlooking Grand Rapids!
Tasha – Logan’s Alley in Grand Rapids. I like that it’s kind of a dive bar but they always have a great lineup of beer on tap and offer a menu that’s different from your typical dive bar food offerings.
Jared – On a hot day during a wake surf session on an inland lake in Michigan!
In your opinion, what makes a great beer?
Joe – Passion and care for the craft. I’ll try anything at places that do that.
Kelsey – Strong taste, the right amount of hops and a balance of sweetness that’s not too sugary.
Mason – The right combination of temperature and flavor.
Shalee – A great beer always tastes best when it’s shared with friends.
Dylan – Not too heavy, not too watery, interesting complex flavors while being easy to drink and refreshing.
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