Every beer we've ever brewed.

The story

Kolsch is a regional specific style from Cologne, Germany. In order to be labeled as a true Kolsch in Germany, it must have been brewed in Cologne. It is traditionally served in 8 oz straight sided glasses. Kolsch is a hybrid style because it is fermented at cooler lager temperatures, but with an ale yeast. This produces a crisp clean beer in a shorter time than a true lager. Our Kolsch uses traditional German pilsner malt and hops, shipped from Germany. Although it’s not brewed in Cologne, we work hard to make it damn close to the real thing.

In the glass

Pale straw · completely translucent · medium-high carbonation · 18 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Mostly clean. Hint of sulfur, which is acceptable for the style Flavor: Bright and light. A little more on the bitter side than completely balanced but still easy to swig down. Grassy hop flavor and very subtle malt presence Mouthfeel: Light with assertive carbonation and a crisp finish Aftertaste: Lingering hop bitterness and minerals

In the glass

Caramel · mostly clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Honey Flavor: Mouthfeel: Crisp Aftertaste: Lingering honey and light cider flavor.

The story

Brewed with German Pilsner malt and Czech Saaz hops, this traditional lager style is brewed to accentuate body, a paler appearance, and rounded hop character. Traditionally, this is achieved through a decoction mash in which part of the mash is removed, boiled, and returned to the main mash. We don’t have the equipment for a decoction, but achieved a similar effect by supporting the grain bill with some munich and melanoindin malts.

In the glass

Pale bronze · clear · medium-high carbonation · 22 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Bready malt, light noble hop spice Flavor: Light crackery malt character shines balanced by a moderate earthy bitterness and lightly floral hop flavor Mouthfeel: Medium body, a little heftier than a traditional German Pilsner. Medium-high effervescence cuts through nicely Aftertaste: Pleasantly moderate bitterness

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The Oktoberfest celebration we know today originated in 1810, when Crown Prince Ludwig took Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildberghausen as his bride in Munich, Germany. A special beer was brewed for the event and thus the lore of Oktoberfest began. While the actual beer served in the modern Oktoberfest celebration is more along the lines of a Helles Lager, the more historic interpretation of the style is an amber colored lager with some malt flavor with a crisp finish.

In the glass

Copper · crystal · medium carbonation · 18 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Clean Flavor: Starts light and then turns bready, with a very slight caramel flavor Mouthfeel: Light but not watery Aftertaste: Long aftertaste of distant cracker/caramel.

The story

The classic style enjoyed at the original Oktoberfest celebration. A rich, medium-bodied amber lager.

The story

Great on the rocks or in a cocktail, our hard seltzer is not the typical fermented mix of sugar and water. Instead it starts its life as a light beer that then goes through a sophisticated filtration process to remove flavor and color. This results in a high quality, gluten-removed product.

In the glass

Clear · transparent · medium high carbonation

Tasting notes

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The story

Souring beer in a production brewery presents a real threat of cross-contamination. To resolve this issue, instead of pitching bacteria into a fermenter, where it can hide in small crevices and ruin future batches, bacteria is used in the kettle before the wort goes through the boiling process. Since the wort is soured in the kettle, the brewer is able to boil the wort after souring to kill off any active bacteria before cooling the wort and sending it to a cellar tank to ferment with brewer’s yeast. The resultant beer does not have the complexity of a true aged sour so brewers often add fruit or other flavorings to liven up the flavor. A blend of freshly juiced strawberries and mangos were used during active fermentation to give Mango Strut a juicy quality. The name Mango Strut comes from a farcical parade in Miami called the King Mango Strut.

In the glass

Peach · nearly opaque. Like a sunset on a cloudy day. · high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Distinct citric acid note. Flavor: Tartness upfront that turns into more of a fruit juice sweet/sour mix. The essence of strawberry and mango is lightly present in the finish. Mouthfeel: Light but not thin. Vibrant effervescence. Aftertaste: Sparkling carbonation and ebbing citric acid.

The story

This one is a throwback to the days before smoothie sours and massive fruit puree additions in beer. Lightly fruited for a perfect summertime sipper!

In the glass

Pale gold · light haze · medium carbonation · 15 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light & sweet watermelon, hint of lime and malt Flavor: Jolly Rancher watermelon, lime, light mange, and sweet malt Mouthfeel: Light to medium and super clean Aftertaste: Light honey with a hint of strawberry

The story

A trending style in the craft beer community, Italian pilsners are brewed with German ingredients, but focus on hop expression through late kettle additions and dry hopping. This boosts the noble hop notes without additional bitterness

In the glass

Pale straw · clear · medium-high carbonation · 20 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Hay, grass, light earthy spice Flavor: Earthy/grassy hop presence, medium bitterness, light malt presence Mouthfeel: Medium-thin, thirst quenching Aftertaste: Fading earthy hop character

The story

Our flagship IPA and most popular beer is a nod to the brave men and women who work in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). A Code 3 is the radio code for a lights and sirens response.

In the glass

Pale gold · translucent · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Juicy mango and pineapple from the dry hops Flavor: As close to ‘balanced’ as an IPA can get with a sweet malty character from the munich. Mouthfeel: Medium with a smooth feel from the oats Aftertaste: Slight bitterness but mostly balanced with malt sweetness

The story

Our latest Zest experiment goes all-in on Mosaic hops!

In the glass

Deep yellow · opaque · medium carbonation · IBU 40

Tasting notes

Aroma: Mango, blueberry, and a light dankess Flavor: Creamy blueberry, sweet tropical fruit and a little wheat Mouthfeel: Light to medium carbonation, creamy and juicy Aftertaste: Light blueberry that cleans up nicely

The story

An all Citra batch of Zest, including T90 (standard hop pellets), Incognito (hop extract made for hot-side usage), Lupomax (hop pellets without extra vegetal material), Prysma (a newly released hop extract for cold-side applications), and Quantum (hop extract for cold-side applications).

In the glass

Deep yellow · opaque · medium carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Orange citrus with a dank undertone Flavor: Orange, grapefruit, pineapple & resin Mouthfeel: Medium body and juicy Aftertaste: Resin, light bitterness & mouth watering

The story

The bitterness rises… First, Batch 666 unearthed it. Then, Bitter Summons called it forth. Now, Bitter Ascension carries our celebration of bold, bitter West Coast IPA to new heights. Built on the same unapologetically bitter foundation as Bitter Summons, this next chapter adds Amarillo to an already massive dry hop of Simcoe, Centennial & Columbus, bringing a fresh burst of bright orange and citrus to the dank, resinous hop character we loved in its predecessor. Clear. Dank. Citrusy. Gloriously bitter.

In the glass

Burnt orange · clear · medium carbonation · 80 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Floral citrus, sweet orange and pineapple Flavor: Assertive dank/piney bitterness that coats the palate, citrus Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Citrus pith

The story

Named for one of our favorite taproom regulars who can always be found with a pint of stout in his hand and a smile on his face. Scotty’s lighthearted demeanor and efforts to bring new friends to the taproom embody our mission to share joy through great food and beer!

In the glass

Jet black · opaque due to the color · nitro pour · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light notes of roasted malt Flavor: Balance of bitter roasty/toasty malt and sweet caramel/cream Mouthfeel: Full-bodied and silky smooth Aftertaste: Ebbing dark chocolate and slightly bitter roasty notes

The story

Our eight year anniversary beer is a type of dark Belgian Strong Ale. It’s a style rooted in medieval Trappist monastic brewing traditions, which continue to this day. Its dark color comes from a heavy dose of dark Belgian candi syrup at the end of the boil. This one was released fresh and intended to evolve with age (6 to 12 months).

In the glass

Deep maroon · some haze · 20 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Huge jammy fig/raisin presence Flavor: Initially almost light and saison-like, apart from the strong alcohol presence, with light fruity esters. Transitions to dried stone fruit and raisin Mouthfeel: Cavernous without feeling too heavy, completely coats the palate during each sip Aftertaste: Finish is almost abrupt, leaving behind alcohol warmth and lingering dried fruit

The story

Our first in a series of culinary inspired beers, Cinnamon Crunch is brewed to smell and taste like the cereal it gets its name from. Lactose provides the milk sweetness and real cinnamon added at specific times in the process give it that nostalgic feel.

In the glass

Light brown · translucent · 14 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Cinnamon roll with milk chocolate Flavor: A delicate mix of whole grain, chocolate cookie, and fresh cinnamon. Decently balanced. Mouthfeel: Medium body. The carbonation helps to keep things from feeling too cloying. Aftertaste: Fading cinnamon and weak chocolate milk

The story

Brewed to emulate the classic Shiner Bock from Texas. Bocks are typically higher in alcohol content, but Shiner’s is a more approachable and refreshing take on the amber lager style. Bock in German literally translates to goat, though Shiner Bock’s label actually features a Texas-native desert bighorn sheep.

In the glass

Deep copper/dark brown · clear · medium carbonation · 15 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Strong toasted malts and light chocolate Flavor: Sweet and toasty with bready malt, caramel and nuttiness Mouthfeel: Smooth with medium carbonation Aftertaste: Light bitterness and lingering sweetness

The story

Based on assistant brewer Jeremy's home-brew recipe, a classic roasty porter infused with toasted coconut and hazelnut.

In the glass

Jet black · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Creamy coconut and roasted chocolate Flavor: Coconut and roasted malt with a background of milk chocolate Mouthfeel: Medium body with apparent effervescence Aftertaste: Base of slight char topped by coconut cream

The story

The bitterness continues with Ch. 4 of our ongoing celebration of unapologetically bitter West Coast IPAs. Brewed with a massive dose of Simcoe, Centennial & Columbus hops, plus an additional mash-hopping step for even more saturated hop character.

The story

This year I wanted to tackle a style that we haven’t brewed before, a big roasty Russian Imperial Stout. We mashed twice for this one, collecting only the first runnings each time giving this one 00 status. The beer then took a seven week slumber in bourbon barrels and was finished on vanilla beans.

In the glass

Black · opaque · 65 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Vanilla, toffee, caramel, roast malt Flavor: Follows the aroma nicely but with a big roasty dark chocolate/black coffee presence. Heavy dry barrel note, though the alcohol is hidden well. Vanilla shows up in the mid-palate as a counterpoint to the bitterness Mouthfeel: Full body with decent drinkability for its gravity Aftertaste: Dry roast coffee and barrel char

The story

On December 8, 1928 Joseph Kutarna reached Regina, Canada, along with his mother and older brother, officially emigrating from Friedmann, Poland. Wooden Hill is named for a saying he brought with him and the entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community that was prominent throughout his life. Our mission to share the joy of craft and create a communal gathering space is an ode to our grandfather. This beer was originally released exactly 94 years from that date. An ideal ‘background beer’ with a pleasing flavor that doesn’t divert attention from a quality gathering with friends at the taproom.

In the glass

Brown · mostly opaque due to its dark color · nitro pour · 15 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light caramel and toffee Flavor: Follows the aroma with a hint of dark chocolate, toasty. Overall balanced and lighter than its appearance would suggest Mouthfeel: Silky with a medium body Aftertaste: Balance of toffee/toast and bitterness

The story

Things have a way of working out. That’s what I tell myself anytime I’m attempting a new recipe or trying out a process or ingredient. And that’s what I told myself as Cody Kaye from Yellowhouse Vineyard in Afton, MN finally convinced me to purchase 100 gallons worth of his fresh Marquette grapes. Fast forward eight months and we have this delicate, unique, and very special 2nd Anniversary release. A wine-like experience, challenging your perception of beer.

In the glass

Pale pink · translucent · very low carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light barrel char and muted fruit juice Flavor: Woody notes upfront followed by a blend of sweet and tart grape. Alcohol is present but not overpowering Mouthfeel: Medium-light body. The little carbonation that is present helps to tickle the palate and allow the flavor to evolve with every sip Aftertaste: Lingering barrel and alcohol with a moment of pure grape essence

The story

Our third year wasn’t one we particularly care to remember, so we brewed this Belgian Tripel and dry hopped it with Nelson Sauvin hops to discourage cellaring of this anniversary release and instead promote drinking fresh and leaving the remnants of this year in the past.

In the glass

Pale golden · some haze, but will clear with time · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Bubble gum, white grape Flavor: The bubble gum esters really come through on the front end. Transitions to citrusy notes from the dry hops, light mandarin orange mixed with moderate bitterness. Some malt heft, with a clean sweetness despite having finished very dry Mouthfeel: Medium to full in body, mixture of carbonation and high alcohol content zaps the palate a bit Aftertaste: Finishes quickly, with the dryness halting the citrus and sweet malt flavors. Mild alcohol burn slowly dissipates

The story

With over four years of professional brewing experience behind me, I can easily point to this beer as having been the most stressful to produce. What started as a mission to brew an awesome s’more stout to celebrate Wooden Hill’s four year anniversary turned into an exercise in flavor exploration and, more importantly, patience. The result is a huge pastry stout clocking in at 11% ABV and loaded with milk chocolate and coffee flavor.

In the glass

Black with hints of dark brown · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Chocolate syrup, vanilla, coffee Flavor: Tons of depth and sweetness. Chocolate and vanilla dominate the initial flavor, but the coffee cuts through near the finish to balance the dessert-like flavor Mouthfeel: Medium-heavy Aftertaste: Cold brew coffee and lingering chocolate

The story

A light and crisp lager in the classic adjunct-laden style. Anything other than barley is considered an adjunct when used in a beer. Adjuncts like rice are used to boost the alcohol content of a beer without adding any additional flavor or color to the finished product. The majority of popular light beers around the world are brewed with a heavy dose of either rice or corn. Consider Ace the hopped-up craft beer version of those quaffable suds!

In the glass

Straw · clear · medium-high carbonation · 20 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light hoppy spice Flavor: Solid spicy bitterness upfront, perceived sweetness from the rice for balance Mouthfeel: Super crisp with a dry finish that calls for another sip Aftertaste: Lingering peppery bitterness from the hops

The story

A classic west coast IPA featuring the newly released Anchovy hop variety. What…you thought we put anchovies in a beer? Nah, just a bunch of hops.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · medium carbonation · 60 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Lively citrus, light malt sweetness Flavor: Moderate earthy/piney bitterness, citrus and orange zest, mild malt presence Mouthfeel: Medium body, snappy feel Aftertaste: Bitter orange zest

The story

When Wooden Hill first opened, Hazy IPAs, big Barrel-Aged Stouts, and Milkshake beers were all the rage and light beer brands were considered disgusting swill. Funny how tastes adjust over time and come full circle. With lagers now surging in popularity in the craft beer community we present Another One, a light lager brewed for repeat enjoyment. Light lagers differentiate from Pilsners and other lager styles in their use of corn or other adjuncts that provide low color, low flavor, and high drinkability - especially when served ice cold.

In the glass

Straw yellow · clear · medium-high carbonation · 9 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Corn, straw, light floral notes Flavor: Sweet corn, light bitterness, very slight brine that brings everything together Mouthfeel: Extremely light and crisp with great carbonation Aftertaste: Light sweetness, very clean finish

The story

Our hero takes to the skies to explore Double Hopper’s home planet, uncovering a dreamlike wonderland of Azacca hops and creamy lactose.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Citrus, peach rings, and light pine Flavor: Nice malt sweetness, pine and citrus, moderate bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium to full in body, fairly smooth with a roundess from the lactose Aftertaste: Lingering light bitterness, pine

The story

A reimagining of Batch #1, loaded up with piney/citrusy hops for a classic west coast flavor. Every batch of beer is an opportunity to experiment, learn, and improve. Batch 100 is the culmination of my first year of production brewing experience.

In the glass

Pale gold · semi-translucent · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Melon and ‘dank’ notes. Flavor: Citrus and a moderate hop bite up front. Citrus fades into pine. Mouthfeel: Crisp. Aftertaste: Lingering pine and bitterness.

The story

Another year, another commemorative IPA to celebrate! We’re trying something new this year, Sabro hops. Basically the new kid on the block in the juicy hop scene. Aromas of peach rings and sweet tropical nectar. Yeah, buddy.

Tasting notes

Aroma: Flavor: Mouthfeel: Aftertaste:

The story

Another year another commemorative batch of IPA. This one is named for its actual batch number, since there’s already another 300 in town… This promises to be our juiciest IPA to date, with a whooping 77 lbs of hops in the batch.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Flavor: Mouthfeel: Aftertaste:

The story

Our 4th anniversary IPA pairs old favorites Citra and Cascade hops with newcomers Eclipse and Talus.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fruity notes from the hops; melon, mango. Based on the aromas when dry-hopping, the Eclipse hops are delivering the tropical notes Flavor: Moderate bitterness upfront, Talus hops show up in the form of earthy flavor. Finish is tropical mango/melon Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Lingering bitterness

The story

Each year we brew a special anniversary IPA and name it after its batch number in honor of the first beer brewed at Wooden Hill, Batch #1. This year it’s a tropical and juicy IPA utilizing the newly released Nectaron hop variety from New Zealand.

In the glass

Pale straw · hazy · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Juicy mix of mango and citrus Flavor: Big kick of tropical fruit up front, moderate bitterness on the midpalate, light malt on the back end. The flavor of Nectaron is similar to Citra, but with less depth and more tropical attack Mouthfeel: Medium-light body Aftertaste: Ebbing fruit and bitterness

The story

A juicy IPA hopped with a dank blend of Bru-1, Mosaic, Sabro, and Vic Secret. There is not any THC in this beer, it is just a beer that happened to be our 420th batch in the brewhouse!

In the glass

Straw · hazy (may clear over time) · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pleasing blend of floral and dank hop resin Flavor: Very light on the malt, nice hoppy bouquet of melon, flowers, and dankness Mouthfeel: Medium-light body, a little roughness from the moderate bitterness Aftertaste: That classic hoppy/tropical essence

The story

Celebrating six years of being Edina’s first brewery. This hazy IPA features a new hop variety called Alora, boasting high oil content for extra juicy flavor and aroma.

In the glass

Pale · hazy · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sugary tropical fruit, fresh squeezed essence Flavor: Pleasant perceived sweetness from the hops, touch of dank/pine but mostly tropical and lightly citrusy Mouthfeel: Pillowy smooth underneath a layer of zingy carbonation Aftertaste: Moderate piney bitterness creeps in right at the end and then fades leaving a gentle sweetness

The story

Following our yearly tradition of naming a beer by its batch number in honor of our original Batch #1 IPA.

In the glass

Very pale straw · hazy · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Citrus, peach, guava Flavor: Tropical fruit and citrus forward, moderate bitterness sweeps in at the end Mouthfeel: Medium body, drinks lighter than it appears Aftertaste: Lingering clean bitterness and fading citrus

The story

Every year we brew a special hoppy beer to commemorate the first batch of beer brewed at Wooden Hill, which was an American IPA. Each year we use a new hop variety or process to make something unique. This year we’ve switched things up by using a thiol-releasing lager yeast strain. Thiols are flavor and aroma compounds that are typically expressed as intense tropical fruit flavor. We dry hopped this bad boy with Alora and Erebus hops to round things out!

In the glass

Yellow · hazy · medium to light carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet passion fruit, pineapple, blueberry, and strawberry Flavor: Follows the aroma with an additional very slight floral woody note Mouthfeel: Medium body, light carbonation Aftertaste: Mouthwatering, lingering candied pineapple flavor

The story

For Batch 666 we wanted aggressive bitterness, big and bold hop presence, and total world destruction. But what happened was that the real batch #666 was Kold Shoulder. So we re-pitched the yeast from that batch into this one. Don’t tell anyone!

In the glass

Pale gold · hazy (may clear up over time) · medium-high carbonation · 80 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sugary tropical fruit, slight dankness Flavor: Big and bold bitterness throughout that compliments the malt presence nicely. Dank citrus and tropical fruit from the hops Mouthfeel: Medium body, bouncy carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering pine and dank bitterness

The story

Many years ago, Comet hops ruled the west. Prized for their bittering ability in hoppy beers, but never used to their full potential as dry hops. When the hop revolution came in the late 90s and early 2000s, Comet hops were left behind, the strain nearly unused anymore. Azacca hops, a newcomer to the scene, prized initially as Citra’s second-coming, never quite gained the notoriety it felt it rightfully deserved. So here we are, both hops with something to prove. Who will win this most epic of battles?! Or will they instead unite their powers to figuratively--but maybe not so figuratively--blow the minds of hop heads throughout the galaxy.

In the glass

Bronze · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Peach and candied fruit from the hops Flavor: Burst of fruit supported by an unobtrusive malt character Mouthfeel: Medium body with medium carbonation Aftertaste: Citrus pith

The story

Brewed and distributed exclusively for Bearpath Golf Countryclub in Eden Prairie. We worked with the club owners and management to design a beer that would be light and refreshing, but anything but boring. Perfect for pairing with patio weather or as a go-to can of suds on the golf course.

In the glass

Pale golden · translucent · medium-high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Subtle grain, a touch of spice from the hops Flavor: Nice balance of biscuit flavor with earthy hop spice. Touch of honey in the mid-palate. Light and refreshing, but with just enough character to it Mouthfeel: Light and zingy Aftertaste: Dissipates quickly, but a nice final hop kick followed by lightly sweet malt flavor

The story

Another culinary-inspired beer brewed with heritage crystal & spices for some pie crust flavor and packed with fresh berry puree.

In the glass

Light purple · opaque · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Vanilla, berries, light cinnamon Flavor: Berry fruit snacks with light crust flavor Mouthfeel: Medium body with a crispness on the palate Aftertaste: Lingering sweetness, but otherwise clean

The story

Created and brewed by the women of Wooden Hill with local MN honey, Vera hops, and a dash of blueberry & lemon! A portion of proceeds will benefit the local Cornerstone foundation, which provides innovative and comprehensive service for adults and youth who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking or crime.

In the glass

Light red/orange · clear · medium carbonation · 12 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet floral honey, lemon, blueberry, and light tropical fruit Flavor: Lemon, floral, candied pineapple, honey, light berry Mouthfeel: Light to medium body, easy drinking Aftertaste: Lingering light honey, sweet and refreshing

The story

An IPA reduced in ABV and juiced up to maximum distortion with El Dorado, Idaho 7, and Galaxy hops. A Bitcrusher is an audio effect that creates distortion by the reduction of the resolution or bandwidth of digital audio data, whatever that means.

In the glass

Straw · slight haze · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light tropical fruit Flavor: Fruity hops and light bitterness Mouthfeel: Soft and clean, light carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering bitterness

The story

In the years since we brewed Hop Bee (our first honey IPA), I’ve wanted to revisit that style. With our upgraded RO system and better understanding of hazy IPAs, I figured now was the right time to brew another one and go heavy with my favorite hop variety, mosaic.

In the glass

Burnt orange · opaque · medium carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Massive mosaic presence of tropical fruit, berries, and light bubblegum Flavor: Pleasantly sweet malty/honey flavor supporting waves of sweet fruit and light dankness Mouthfeel: Soft and almost oily in how it coats the palate Aftertaste: Sweetness fades and dankness persists

The story

A more intense version of French River. More bitterness, higher alcohol, and more yeast character.

In the glass

Gold · translucent · medium-high carbonation · 60 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Similar to French River but with sharper edges to the aromas Flavor: Starts sweet with clove and bubblegum esters then the bitterness dials up. Some alcohol heat. Mouthfeel: Medium body with vibrant carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering bitterness

The story

The second in an IPA series exploring aggressive bitterness and bold hop flavor (Batch 666 was the first). Excessive bitterness and massive hop flavor and aroma were key to the resurgence of craft beer in the 2005-2015 era, so we’re bringing that experience back from the dead for the modern hop head.

In the glass

Sun-kissed gold · clear · medium-high carbonation · 80 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Classic orangy citrus hops with a dank edge to it Flavor: Aggressive piney bitterness throughout, ripe orange/grapefruit, and a pungent hoppy dankness. Light to medium maltiness keeps it all together Mouthfeel: Medium body with medium-high carbonation Aftertaste: Citrus and malt fade away leaving light piney bitterness and citrus pith

The story

Brewed as part of a collaborative effort to raise awareness for the injustices people of color face daily and raise funds for police brutality reform and legal defenses for those who have been wronged. I decided to stay mostly true to the original recipe in ratios, choosing specialty malts that would complement each other while remaining robust in flavor. All proceeds for this beer will be donated to Voices For Racial Justice: https://voicesforracialjustice.org More information about the collaboration: https://blackisbeautiful.beer

In the glass

Black with a deep caramel color around the edges · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Classic stout notes of roasted malt, caramel, and sweet cream Flavor: Rich dark malts enveloping the palate, bitter coffee, semi-sweet chocolate. The malt sweetness is balanced by the multiple kettle hop additions. Mouthfeel: Full-bodied and smooth Aftertaste: Bitter char, almost a smoked note that smooths out to a light roasty flavor

The story

Continuing the Pi series of culinary-inspired beer with my favorite fruit to brew with: blackberry! The use of citra hops in the whirlpool adds a nice fruity character to compliment other ingredients without too much bitterness.

In the glass

Deep purple · opaque · medium carbonation · 20 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Marshmallow and jammy blackberry Flavor: Semi-sweet blackberry that builds with intensity with each sip, vanilla on the finish Mouthfeel: Medium body with much higher drinkability than its appearance would suggest Aftertaste: Sweet crescendo of jammy blackberry and biscuity malt

The story

Good ‘ol Bush Lake Road. Home to Edina’s first brewery and five--count ‘em, five--BI Worldwide buildings. Rumor has it they refer to Wooden Hill’s location as Building 6. In fact, even sketchier rumor has it that our building was home to a BI office at some point in the past. What we do know for sure is that this beer is seriously hopped up with over 3 lbs of hops per bbl (that’s about 1.5 lbs per keg of pure unadulterated hop goodness).

In the glass

Tame orange · some haze · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Passion fruit, peach, and pineapple. Flavor: Fruit forward with a dark hop character underneath it all to keep things from being too sweet. Mouthfeel: Medium bodied and soft. Aftertaste: Waves of fruit and a light bitterness.

The story

A new interpretation of the taproom and staff favorite beer Raspberry Pi. This one has all the same treatments but is fermented with blueberry puree instead of raspberry puree.

In the glass

Deep purple · opaque · medium carbonation · 20 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet jammy blueberry Flavor: The aroma becomes the flavor up front, a little bitterness on the mid-palate followed by vanilla Mouthfeel: Silky Aftertaste: Lingering vanilla and berry

The story

An homage to the IPAs that inspired us as homebrewers (specifically, Ballast Point Sculpin, Russian River Pliny the Elder, and Odell IPA).

In the glass

Pale orange · light haze · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sugar-crusted citrus Flavor: Strong hop presence throughout, from bitter pine to dank citrus. Really nice orange note in the finish Mouthfeel: Medium body, a bit prickly around the edges from the bitterness Aftertaste: Pine

The story

A collaboration with the Edina Historical Society in celebration of their 50th anniversary. Cahill Cream Ale celebrates the courageous spirit of those Irish families who fled the "Great Hunger" in their native Ireland during the 1850s. Thirsting for a better life, these brave pioneers brought their ambitious dreams and a willingness to work hard to the Minnesota frontier where they founded the Cahill Settlement in Edina, MN. The center of the Cahill Community was at the current intersection of Cahill Road and W. 70th Street. Four buildings were erected at this intersection — the Cahill School in 1864, St. Patrick’s Church, Calvary of Cahill Lutheran Church, and the Cahill Store.

In the glass

Straw · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light malt and earthy hops Flavor: Honey, bread Mouthfeel: Light and smooth Aftertaste: Lingering malt

The story

After a nearly two year absence, the delightful combination of strawberry and banana has made its way back into the fermenter. With two more years of brewing experience, I changed up the base recipe and techniques to make this beer extra chunky and highlight all the great things about the Milkshake IPA style. The name comes from The Goonies, as well as the highly underrated French post-hardcore band Chunk! No, Captain Chunk!

In the glass

Tan with a bit of a glow · murky · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Muted strawberry and banana with a light tropical fruit medley from the dry hops and a general sweetness Flavor: Banana-forward up front then transitions into bitey/fruity IPA territory before settling into sweet vanilla. Mouthfeel: Brewed to be chunky, and it is indeed full in body. Carbonation keeps it from being cloying Aftertaste: Lingering sweetness from the finish fades into hoppy goodness

The story

Just like a traditional frappuccino, this is a whole lot of sweet liquid with a dash of coffee. Unlike a traditional frappuccino, there’s also booze in it. So, win-win?

In the glass

Tan · clear · medium-high carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Cream, coffee, caramel, milk chocolate Flavor: All the notes from the aroma with a burst of sweet coffee in the finish. Mouthfeel: Medium-light in body with moderate carbonation Aftertaste: Semi-sweet caramel and light coffee

The story

In my homebrew days I took a couple of stabs at a black IPA recipe, chasing the unique and pleasant flavor from the mixture of stout and IPA styles. Like fruity hops covered in dark chocolate. So what’s with the name? The late addition hops were added a teeny bit too early in the boil, resulting in a more slightly more aggressive bitterness to pair with the tropical/citrusy dry hops. For fans of Batch #1, this is basically the black IPA version. Prost.

In the glass

Black (duh) · opaque due to the color · medium-high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Very tough to put into words. The chocolate malt is present, but subdued by the funky piney/tropical spike of Simcoe hops. Flavor: The malt comes through a little more aggressive here, chocolate and black coffee with a firm earthy bitterness. Mouthfeel: Solid medium body with zesty carbonation. Aftertaste: Pine and bitterness resting on coffee grounds and cream.

The story

A nod to the ever-popular chai latte!

In the glass

Brown · some haze · medium carbonation · 14 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Strong chai spices Flavor: Chai flavor supported by sweet maltiness Mouthfeel: Medium body. Smooth with a little prickliness from the spices Aftertaste: Cardamom and vanilla with lingering honey-like maltiness

The story

In my homebrew days I’d be brewing all year regardless of the temperature outside. In the coldest months of winter the only other living thing outside were crows. Turns out they don’t migrate for the winter. Chocolate Crow is a stout brewed to help sustain us through the short days and blistery nights of the Minnesota winter. The chocolate wheat malt used in this recipe gives lots of the roasty/coffee and dark chocolate complexity. The nitro pour lends a brilliant cascade and creamy mouthfeel. Unlike most stouts, the malt bill is quite simple and doesn’t utilize any roasted barley, which can sometimes contribute a harsh bitter or burnt coffee flavor.

In the glass

Black with burgundy hues · mostly opaque due to the dark color but otherwise sediment free · nitro pour · 25 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Like an amped up latte Flavor: Light roast coffee layered with cream and subtle toffee Mouthfeel: Medium body with a silky feel Aftertaste: Mostly balanced with some char as the cream dissipates

The story

A hoppy lager that marries the crispness of traditional pilsner malts with tropical Citra hops. India Pale Lagers (IPLs) take inspiration from the classic American & West Coast IPAs, offering big hop flavor and crisp clean drinkability. The IPL is the forerunner to the Cold IPA trend, which takes its inspiration from the Hazy IPA movement.

In the glass

Yellow gold · clear · medium carbonation · 35 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Herbal & citrus with floral notes Flavor: Clean malt sweetness & lemon twist Mouthfeel: Light, easy drinking with a dry finish Aftertaste: Mouthwatering with essence of dried lemon

The story

A stab at the classic orange and cream flavored ice cream treat.

In the glass

Orange · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Tangerine zest Flavor: Tangerine and vanilla cream, balance of sweet and tart Mouthfeel: Creamy Aftertaste: Citrus pith

The story

As the beer landscape evolves, innovators have been reaching for unorthodox ingredients. Marshmallow fluff has become a staple ingredient in the newest beer craze; heavily fruited, sweet and tart sour beers. My take on the trend features huge vanilla, blackberry, and raspberry additions with a tartness to take the sweet edge off.

In the glass

Deep purple body, beautiful pale pink foam · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Big vanilla presence, sweet berries Flavor: Sweet upfront like a fruit pie, sourness comes in on the mid palate to crush the over-sweet marshmallow flavor Mouthfeel: Medium-heavy feel but active from the pucker of the sourness Aftertaste: Sour berry and vanilla

The story

The name comes from a blend of Cocoa Krispies and Cookie Crisp cereals and should invoke some nostalgia just like Cinnamon Crunch does. The cocoa nibs lend a really smooth milk chocolate flavor that tastes a lot like the milk left in the bowl after a chocolatey cereal.

In the glass

Light brown · good · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Milk chocolate Flavor: Creamy chocolate and biscuit flavor Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Lingering chocolate

The story

We took our Code 3 recipe and hazified it with extra oat malt in the mash and blood orange puree added during fermentation, then we smoothed out the bitterness by conditioning it on vanilla beans.

In the glass

Pale orange · hazy · medium carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet vanilla and orange Flavor: Major creamsicle vibes with a moderate hop contribution keeping it balanced between sweet fruit and resiny bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium body with a soft texture Aftertaste: Lingering hop resin and vanilla

The story

A darker more roasty version of Caramel Frap, perfect to pair with a dessert.

In the glass

Dark brown · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Milk chocolate brownie, sweet coffee Flavor: Subtle blend of chocolate, milk sweetness, roast malt, and coffee Mouthfeel: Medium-light in body with a smooth feel Aftertaste: Debittered coffee and dark caramel

The story

Another collaboration with our friends at Yakima Valley Hops! This hazy IPA was hopped exclusively with advanced hop products of the Citra variety, ranging from concentrated pellets to hop extracts utilized throughout the brewing and fermentation process.

In the glass

Milky Pale Orange · opaque · medium carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Orange, papaya, lychee, subtle floral notes Flavor: Big citrus presence (orange, grapefruit), mango, with light resin and floral notes Mouthfeel: Medium to full body, medium carbonation Aftertaste: Light bitter orange peel, mouthwatering

The story

Our highest ABV beer to date and second bottle release. For long winter nights by the fire. Brewed to age well.

In the glass

Brown · semi-clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Notes of hazelnut, chocolate, caramel, and melon Flavor: Sweet almost fruitlike flavor up front, then the crystal and chocolate malt flavors come through. Complex, almost a different experience in every sip. Not much alcohol presence initially Mouthfeel: Medium to full in body Aftertaste: Warm and malty

The story

Another culinary ale taking inspiration from the popular Filipino dessert.

In the glass

Orange at sunset · opaque · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Mango and white cake frosting Flavor: Sweet mango up front, bit of tartness on the mid-palate Mouthfeel: Medium-light body, carbonation adds a nice bounce Aftertaste: Sweet and tart mango

The story

Our collaboration with Twin Cities Brew Crew for their Cardboard for a Cause fundraising event (Magic the Gathering tournament). A modern take on the traditional German dark lager.

In the glass

Jet black · opaque · medium carbonation · 25 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Rye bread, nutty malt, hop spice Flavor: Dark rustic bread, nutty malts & toasted notes with a hint of cocoa. Spicy, moderately grassy hop flavor Mouthfeel: Medium body, smooth & easy drinking Aftertaste: Lingering malt sweetness with light roasty cocoa

The story

A sour ale brewed with prickly pear and lactose.

In the glass

Rose · clear · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light melon/citrus and confectionary sweetness Flavor: Lip-puckering sour, taffy-like sweet prickly pear presence Mouthfeel: Medium-light in body, tartness keeps you coming back for more Aftertaste: White wine-esque zingy finish

The story

Our first foray into the Rye IPA style. Lightly spicy rye lends perfectly to fruity and dank hops for a unique sub-category of IPA. The name comes from this clip of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, in which Charlie and Dennis try craft beer for the first time.

In the glass

Light brown · some haze · medium carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Bready spice, light dankness Flavor: Pleasant spice and light malt sweetness upfront, dankness moves in with a moderate bitterness. Rye continues to shine through to the finish Mouthfeel: Nice medium body from the rye Aftertaste: Lingering bitterness and spice

The story

A sweet jammy blend of blueberry and raspberry. Somewhat of a companion beer to Raspberry Pi, meant as more of a dessert than an all out palate attack.

In the glass

Mahogany with red and purple undertones · opaque but may clear with time · a zippy medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Berries and an almost cream cheese danish hint Flavor: Vanilla forward with berry jam Mouthfeel: Just north of medium in body, smooth Aftertaste: Lingering vanilla and sweet berries

The story

The third installment of our culinary inspired ‘crunch’ beers, following Cinnamon Crunch and French Toast Crunch. Almost entering stout territory, but void of any bitter roasted/black malts. The result is a sweet yet balanced expression of specialty malts and cinnamon. Thanks to Sous Chef Riley for the inspiration!

In the glass

Very dark brown · opaque due to color · medium carbonation · 15 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Cinnamon sugar and light milk chocolate Flavor: Malt forward up front with a delicate blend of caramel/toffee/chocolate. Mid-palate adds intense cinnamon and light biscuit Mouthfeel: Full body, smooth initially and then a bit prickly from the cinnamon. Sweet but not cloying Aftertaste: Lingering cinnamon spice and sweet cream

The story

A high gravity version of our flagship IPA. Brewed with all the same ingredients and less water for a concentrated flavor.

In the glass

Pale copper · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet pineapple, honeyed malt Flavor: Initial hop juice and tropical flavors that give way to medium bitterness and sweet malt Mouthfeel: Medium body with a little heft, zingy carbonation Aftertaste: Bright bitterness and light fruity hop notes.

The story

Another experiment with new hop variety HBC 586, this time pairing it with the citrusy and aggressive stylings of Amarillo hops and cranking up the ABV.

In the glass

Copper · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Orangey citrus, sugary fruit and malt Flavor: Immediate burst of classic hop flavors, bitter resin and citrus. Semi-sweet malt character. The HBC 586 is almost overwhelmed by Amarillo’s contributions, but there is a hint of melon that may become more prominent after the beer ages for a week or two and the bitterness backs off Mouthfeel: Solid medium body, zingy carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering dry bitterness and echoing malty goodness

The story

Aboard a futuristic spacecraft, Planet Hopper meets his rescuer: Himself! Double Hopper details his journey across the multiverse, and gives our hero his universe's secret recipe for an IPA loaded with Vic Secret, Citra, Sabro and El Dorado hops. The 6th in the Planet Hopper series of beers exploring new hop combinations and techniques.

In the glass

Pale sunrise · turbid, but may clear out over time · medium carbonation · 60 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Tropical fruit and pine Flavor: Balanced malt profile supporting a bouquet of juicy tropical fruit flavor and a resinous edge. Bitterness intensifies in the finish Mouthfeel: Smooth over the palate with a prickly finish Aftertaste: Lingering bitterness, slight warmth

The story

While there are commercial examples, the Imperial or Double Pilsner style is somewhat uncommon. Armed with my knowledge of our versatile German pilsner malt, the few lager fermentations I’ve observed, and a serious curiosity about a beverage that looks and drinks like a session beer but packs the ABV of a double IPA, I set out to craft Double Macro. Be careful with this one.

In the glass

Yellow-gold · high · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Clean, hint of grain Flavor: Light cider-like esters and a subtle sweet malt presence Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Light malt

The story

Dreamwork is defined as the processes by which the unconscious mind alters the manifest content of dreams in order to conceal their real meaning from the dreamer. Seemed like a great name for a hazy beer stuffed with Mosaic and Nectaron hops.

In the glass

Pale · hazy · medium-high carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Mango and juicy fruit Flavor: Juicy hops dominate, mild dank bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium-light soft body, slight oiliness from the oats and hops Aftertaste: Echoes of the hop notes

The story

A coffee-infused Blonde Ale named for the process of steeping whole coffee beans in beer for a fresh aroma and flavor.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · medium carbonation · 12 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light coffee and a subtle sweetness Flavor: Immediate creamy coffee flavor followed by light hop bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium to light in body with a soft feel among springy carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering coffee and cream, easy bitterness.

The story

There are many interpretations of the classic Mexican lager. Our El Jefe (Spanish for ‘the chief’ or ‘the boss’) utilizes a premium pilsner malt specifically made for this style and a light dose of Tettnang hops for subtle balance. The addition of agave nectar keeps things interesting. It was brewed to be perfect on its own, but I won’t bat an eye at anyone who chooses to drop a lime in their pint glass. Salud!

In the glass

clear · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Hint of crackery pilsner and agave, subtle sulfur note Flavor: Light malt presence, a coating of semi-sweetness from the malt and agave, hint of limey citrus Mouthfeel: Superbly crispy and rushable Aftertaste: Flavors fade

The story

A brand new IPA in our Planet Hopper series, this one was dosed with Sabro extract in the kettle and dry hopped with Enigma, a new variety from Australia. Between two atomically entangled planets, the rift that tore Double Hopper from his home universe won't stay open for long. Planet Hopper makes the jump with his new companion, encountering new nebulas of Enigma hops as they hurdle across space-time.

In the glass

Pale gold · hazy · medium-high carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sugared pineapple Flavor: Follows the aroma with an assertive bitterness through the mid-palate that balances the perceived sweetness from the fruity hop flavor. Mouthfeel: Medium body, nice roundess Aftertaste: Fading bitterness and fruit

The story

The second in our “Crow” series of dark beers, Espresso Crow is an imperial stout. Terms like imperial or double simply mean higher in alcohol and date back to the original practice of literally doubling the ingredients in a recipe but keeping the volume of liquid the same. In that tradition, Espresso Crow has many of the same ingredients and brewing practices of it’s lighter cousin, Chocolate Crow, but with an emphasis on espresso flavor and an ABV that packs a punch.

In the glass

Jet black · opaque due to color

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light dried fruit followed by deep coffee notes Flavor: Subtle chocolate and cream with coffee overtones Mouthfeel: Low carbonation but still a bit prickly due to a lighter than expected body Aftertaste: Transitions to lingering bitter espresso

The story

An IPA showcasing the new unnamed hop variety HBC 1019.

In the glass

Light gold · clear · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Citrus, juicyfruit Flavor: Balance of malt sweetness and moderate hop bitterness. Candied fruit and banana Mouthfeel: Medium-light body Aftertaste: Lingering candied fruit and bright bitterness

The story

A single-hop IPA showcasing the new experimental HBC 586 variety, which boasts a large medley of sweet tropical fruit aromas. Every year, hop growers try out new varieties by cross pollinating other known hop varieties. If these new varieties turn out well, they’re offered for sale to breweries. This is how hop powerhouses like Citra and Mosaic started out. Perhaps HBC 586 will be branded with a real name next year and be the next big thing. Or perhaps not. Either way, that’s what makes these experimental varieties interesting.

In the glass

Pale orange · opaque when fresh, clear after a couple weeks · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Mango, peach, and citrus with a classic dank hoppy note Flavor: Medium bitterness throughout with a pleasant light malt flavor underneath earth, pine, and tropical fruit. Mouthfeel: Soft and medium-full in body Aftertaste: The soft malt, bitterness, and tropical fruit fade together

The story

Our second collab with Yakima Valley Hops in 2025, this is a hazy IPA single hopped with a new variety HBC 638. Hops aren’t given names (citra, mosaic, centennial, etc.) unless the variety proves to be popular. We are among the first breweries to showcase this hop!

In the glass

Hazy sunrise · hazy · medium-high carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet orange, apricot, peach, and floral notes Flavor: Minimal bitterness with strong flavors of melon, orange cream, and hints of ripe cherry & juicy pear Mouthfeel: Medium body with a pillowy soft feel Aftertaste: Quick medium-dry finish, subtle lingering citrus

The story

Our five year anniversary beer release. Five is the wood anniversary, so we went with a good old fashioned wood aged robust porter!

In the glass

Black · opaque · medium carbonation · 25 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Layers of toasted and roasted malt, sweet vanilla/maple, hint of alcohol Flavor: All creamy and inviting at first, then the roasted malt comes in and balances the sweet maple and vanilla, slow fade into roasty bitterness and a bourbon bite begging for another sip Mouthfeel: Thick and velvety smooth Aftertaste: Trifecta of roast, bitterness, and sweet cream

The story

You want the real story? Here it is: I had planned on brewing a key lime sour beer. However, when we first starting collecting wort from the mash tun it was much darker than I was expecting. I’d been a little too heavy handed with the crystal malt in the recipe. This mistake ended up being for the better because the wort had an excellent graham cracker flavor. With this in mind, mid-brew day, I decided to swap out the yeast strain, add lactose for a whip cream-like flavor, and rest some vanilla in the beer post-fermentation. The resulting beer is both sweet and tart, with a graham cracker flavor in the background, reminiscent of key lime pie.

In the glass

Light gold · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Key lime and vanilla Flavor: Blend of sweet vanilla, graham cracker, and cool tart lime Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Lingering sweet and tart

The story

Sometimes referred to as a Farmhouse Ale, Saison is a regionally specific style from Wallonia, the French-speaking region of Belgium. While historic versions of Saison were usually pale and low in alcohol, the style has seen a resurgence recently and mutated into many different forms. It’s gotten to the point that it can be difficult to find a historically accurate representation of Saison. French River is our stab at making a balanced, floral, and refreshing version of the style. The flavor largely comes from the esters produced by the yeast during fermentation. There’s no cloves or orange zest added to this recipe. All of the aromas and flavors are produced by the yeast.

In the glass

Gold leaf · translucent · medium-high carbonation · 17 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pink bubblegum and clove with a light candy sweetness similar to white grape juice Flavor: Extremely balanced between sweet clove, white wine, and grassy hop presence Mouthfeel: Just below medium in body with somewhat fizzy carbonation to keep things light Aftertaste: Refreshing hop bitterness and sweet white grape

The story

This is a beer I’ve been wanting to make ever since the first homebrew batch of Cinnamon Crunch was a success. Based on the iconic breakfast cereal, I knew French Toast Crunch the beer needed to be bigger and bolder than Cinnamon Crunch. A huge maple syrup addition was the key here, boosting the gravity and adding that wonderful buttery-syrup-on-pancakes-in-a-warm-kitchen-on-a-weekend-morning nostalgic flavor and aroma.

Tasting notes

Aroma: Flavor: Mouthfeel: Aftertaste:

The story

Inspired by the classic Tiki cocktail, which consists of dark rum, key lime juice, orgeat (almond syrup), & Cointreau. Modern versions incorporate more fruit juices, so we threw some pineapple in there for kicks.

In the glass

Burnt orange · opaque · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Tart/bright citrus & pineapple Flavor: Cohesive & fresh blend of lime & pineapple with a light but sweet orange presence. Almond isn’t distinct, but instead serves to round out the tartness of the fruit Mouthfeel: Strong medium body with a crisp mid-palate & finish Aftertaste: Waves of tartness & smooth sweetness

The story

The third installment in the Planet Hopper series of IPAs, exploring different hopping techniques, new hops varieties and combinations. This one was brewed in the Cold IPA style with HBC 630 hops. Cold IPAs are basically a riff on the classic West Coast style with a prominent bitterness and a big juicy hop presence. They’re fermented colder than a regular ale, in our case using Kolsch yeast. This results in a dryer IPA that keeps you coming back for more after each sip.

In the glass

Muted gold · mostly clear · medium-high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: A sweet blend of fruit, pineapple being prominent Flavor: Dry upfront with a tropical hop character, transitions to fairly strong earthy bitterness that envelopes the entire palate Mouthfeel: Medium-light body and zippy on the tongue Aftertaste: Lingering hop bitterness and dryness

The story

Brewed to be a flavorful session IPA, utilizing hop extract in the whirlpool for maximum flavor without bitterness.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · medium-high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Peach and lightly sweet malt Flavor: Juicyfruit Mouthfeel: Light Aftertaste: Lingering malt sweetness with a light bitter note

The story

Our most heavily hopped beer to date, boasting a whooping 99 lbs. The name comes from a song by the UK pop punk band Neck Deep, but is fitting for us due to the staircase reference...

In the glass

Pale gold · slight haze · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fresh tropical fruit Flavor: Bright bitterness and mango-forward hop flavor. The malt really takes a back seat here Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Slight hop burn, lingering tropical fruit

The story

A classic take on the Hefeweizen style, true to character with a simple grain bill of pilsner and pale wheat malt and lightly hopped with German hops.

In the glass

Gold · hazy · medium-high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Subtle yeast esters of light banana and spice Flavor: Mild with slight banana and clove flavors Mouthfeel: Light and refreshing Aftertaste: Lingering clove

The story

Fermented until completely dry (hence the name ‘brut’ IPA). Dry hopped with a Phantasm thiol-enriched hop blend (Whakatū Kōura) for added hop expression. Whakatū Kōura refers to the Nelson region of New Zealand, known for its history of gold mining.

In the glass

Gold · clear · medium-high carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fresh mowed grass, floral notes, grapefruit & white grapes Flavor: White grape, floral esters, light melon & citrus zest Mouthfeel: Thin body with lots of effervescence Aftertaste: Bone dry with lingering melon & floral notes, light lingering bitterness

The story

Have you ever heard of golden raspberries? Me neither, until now! Gold in color and slightly sweeter than regular raspberries, we thought they’d go great as a continuation of our Pi series of fruited pale ales.

In the glass

Golden yellow · milky haze · medium carbonation · 40 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Citra goodness and a light but sweet raspberry note Flavor: Sweet golden raspberry with melon and citrus from the hops Mouthfeel: Creamy and juicy with a smooth and easy-drinking full body Aftertaste: Light raspberry and lingering citrus

The story

Brewed by request from a customer that loved a pineapple IPA from another brewery that doesn’t make it anymore. The name is inspired by everyone’s favorite sponge that lives in a pineapple under the sea, Goo Lagoon is the local beach in Bikini Bottom. How is there a beach under the ocean? Don’t worry about it.

In the glass

Light bronze · hazy · medium carbonation · 30 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fresh pineapple, lightly sweet Flavor: Pineapple upfront, followed by a light bitterness and juicy/tropical hop presence. Fairly balanced between sweetness and bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium bodied with a semi-soft feel Aftertaste: Mix of hoppy pineapple flavor and light bitterness

The story

A nod to the most famous stout in the world that created and perfected the nitro pour. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! About the name: In Ireland, grand is slang for “it’s fine” “it’s okay”, we thought that was fitting.

In the glass

Black · nearly opaque, hints of maroon when held up to the light · nitro pour · 45 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light on the nose, a touch of roast Flavor: Subtle flavor despite its appearance. Light cream and soft roasty notes. Balancing bitterness Mouthfeel: Nitro smooth, light to medium in body Aftertaste: Soft roast, debittered black coffee

The story

Planet Hopper is brought to you by Gravity Nectar! Bursting with Citra and Nectaron hops, it’s every space explorer’s drink of choice. Fuel your next intergalactic mission with Gravity Nectar!

In the glass

Pale gold · mostly clear · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Slightly dank bouquet of sweet pineapple and citrus Flavor: Very light malt character, tropical hop juice followed by moderate citrusy bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium body with a nice roundness on the mid-palate Aftertaste: Hoppy, light zesty carbonation

The story

A classic west coast IPA single hopped with proprietary blend HS Grove. This hop blend was specifically designed for its stone fruit flavors and biotransformation abilities. Biotransformation happens when yeast interacts with hops during primary fermentation, transforming less desirable hop compounds into desirable aromas and flavors.

In the glass

Pale bronze · clear · medium carbonation · 60 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light crystal/caramel notes, candied fruit Flavor: Moderate bitterness, sweet stone fruits, white peach, melon, citrus Mouthfeel: Medium body, relatively smooth despite the bitterness Aftertaste: A last spike of sweet fruit flavor, slight alcohol warming

The story

First brewed by Tired Hands in Ardmore, PA, the Milkshake beer style started out as a bit of a joke. But that joke quickly turned into an obsession for eager beer consumers. The Milkshake style is basically an IPA that has lactose, fruit, and vanilla added to emulate the classic diner favorite.

In the glass

Rusty orange · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pleasant strawberry and vanilla mix. Flavor: Candied strawberry gives way to moderate hoppiness. Mouthfeel: Medium, definitely not as heavy as the style makes it sound. Aftertaste: Last burst of creamy strawberry and then a hint of bitterness.

The story

Just when all hope seems lost, a Hazer Beam lifts our intergalactic hero to safety. Planet Hopper materializes aboard a strange spacecraft and narrowly avoids the crossfire of a particle reactor firing El Dorado, Southern Passion, and HBC 568 hops before making his way to the cockpit to identify his rescuer. This is the 5th Planet Hopper beer.

In the glass

Straw · hazy · medium carbonation · 35 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Ripe mango, citrus Flavor: Hop forward, following the aroma Mouthfeel: Soft with spiky effervescence Aftertaste: Light pine and bitterness

The story

Our flagship IPA was never brewed for haze or clarity, only delicious juicy hop flavor. So what would happen if we brewed it for haze? This beer answers that question. Increased oat content in the mash and a reduced IBU hopping technique in the kettle (plus about double the usual dry hopping addition) result in a hazy version of our taproom favorite IPA. Purists be warned.

In the glass

Tan · hazy · medium carbonation · 30 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Those classic Code 3 notes of mango and citrus Flavor: Very little malt presence compared to the munich laced malt bill of regular Code 3. Juicy hop flavor is prominent Mouthfeel: Noticeably smooth Aftertaste: Lingering oats and light bitterness, citrus. Overall, less rounded of an IPA than Code 3, this one is all about the hops with no interest in malt flavor as a contributing factor

The story

It’s widely believed that this style came about when European brewers, who relocated to the United States, tried recreating their recipes with the American ingredients that were available to them at the time. The result is a hybrid between what we think of as traditional German Pilsners and American Adjunct Lagers, taking the strong bitterness from the German side and use of adjuncts like corn from the American side.

In the glass

Very pale yellow · clear · medium carbonation · 25 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fairly clean grainy character, faint creamed sweet corn Flavor: Nice expression of slightly sweet pilsner malt with a round bitterness Mouthfeel: Drinks much bigger than 5.1% ABV, medium body with good crispness Aftertaste: Pleasant bitterness lingers with a bit of light caramel from the Munich malt

The story

Every year I get a couple five gallon buckets of honey from a local bee keeper. Typically this supply is reserved for brewing HoneyComb. This year I thought we’d try something different and make something other than the typical ‘Juicy IPA’ (shout out to triple G for inspiring this thought). The result is definitely unique.

In the glass

Pale copper · hazy · medium carbonation · 60 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet fruit and a bit of classic pine/resin hop notes Flavor: Hop-forward stone fruit and resin with a creamy undercurrent of sweetness suppressing the bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium-full in body. Drinks much bigger and rounder than its 6.3% ABV suggests Aftertaste: Sweet cream fades and simmering pine/resin lingers

The story

The Brut IPA style was cultivated recently in San Francisco, at Social Kitchen & Brewery, by Kim Sturdavant, the brewmaster there. The main components of the style, per the creator’s instructions, are an extremely light colored beer with excellent clarity, heavily dry hopped and a fermentation aided by an enzyme that allows for a completely dry beer with no residual sugar. The style designation “Brut” refers to the levels of dryness in champagne. There are definitely champagne-like elements to this beer. The high carbonation, light body, and floral hop bouquet are reminiscent of it at times.

In the glass

Pale gold · translucent · high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Floral and fruity from the dry hops. Flavor: At first dominated by fruity hops then transitions to a strong bitterness. Mouthfeel: Light and effervescent. Refreshing before the finish. Aftertaste: Dry (duh) with lingering bitterness.

The story

An undead IPA dripping with Galaxy and Mosaic hops.

In the glass

medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pineapple and citrus Flavor: Tropical fruit up front followed by a phantom bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium body with a silky feel Aftertaste: Lingering fresh hoppy bitterness

The story

A classic red ale, kettle and dry hopped with lots of tasty Simcoe and Amarillo hops for a more stimulating flavor.

In the glass

Dark red · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pleasant blend of sweet caramel malt notes with a hint of roast and clean citrus hop accents Flavor: All the characteristics of the aroma but with more intensity and moderate bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium body but with a slightly chewy consistency from the sweet malt flavor Aftertaste: Ebbing bitterness and roasty flavor

The story

Edina’s first Double IPA and our highest ABV beer to date!

In the glass

Rusty orange · opaque (though it may clear out after a few weeks in a keg) · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet citrus and mango Flavor: Begins with a defiant hop bite then transitions to sweet tropical fruit and candied orange. Some heat from the alcohol in the finish. Definitely not balanced, but not overly bitter either. Mouthfeel: Far from thin, but not heavy. Aftertaste: Mixture of orange, bitterness, and slight heat

The story

Brewed in collaboration with local nonprofit organization Soar Leadership Council of the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to them to support emerging scientists working to end childhood cancer. The name stays the same every year, but the style/ingredients vary.

In the glass

Peachy · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fleshy apricot and dank hops Flavor: Bright fruit with a moderate earthy bitterness Mouthfeel: Hefty body but doesn’t feel overly heavy. Medium carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering bright fruit notes and hop burn

The story

A collaboration beer with local Hot Comics and Collectables. Hot Comics turned up the heat on our flagship Kold Shoulder, mixing in fruity mango and sizzling habanero for a refreshing sweet heat flavor.

In the glass

Straw · translucent · medium-high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Habanero Flavor: Heat upfront with notes of juicy mango Mouthfeel: Light and quaffable Aftertaste: Lingering heat

The story

While traversing the Andromeda Nebula our trusty explorer, Planet Hopper, happens upon a solar storm. A senses overload of juicy Eclipse, HBC 586, and Sabro hops. This is the second in our ‘Planet Hopper’ series of beers, exploring new hop flavors and combinations.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Tropical fruit, melon Flavor: Pineapple, mango, passion fruit bouquet from the hops. Light malt presence Mouthfeel: Medium body, smooth Aftertaste: Lingering melon and fruit, medium bitterness

The story

A sour ale brewed with lactose, fermented with peach puree, and conditioned on vanilla beans.

In the glass

Peachy · hazy · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Peach taffy Flavor: Confectionary sweet-tart up front, sweet mid-palate and a zap of fresh peach in the finish Mouthfeel: Medium to full bodied Aftertaste: Lingering sweet, sour, and peach

The story

A refreshing cucumber blonde ale inspired by brewer Jeremy’s homebrew recipe.

In the glass

Pale bronze · translucent · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fresh cut cucumbers and a hint of grass Flavor: Cucumber is more subtle in the flavor and blends well with the slightly sweet malt character. Nice little nudge of bitterness to balances everything out Mouthfeel: Medium-light in body, relatively smooth Aftertaste: Mix of cucumber sweetness and light bitterness

The story

Named for The Jungle Book’s boisterous orangutan, the King of the Apes who lives a lavish life in the ancient ruins of India.

In the glass

Light brown · opaque · medium-high carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Banana, sweet cream, hint of caramel/toffee Flavor: Follows the aroma, sweet but balanced out by light bitterness and carbonation. Bit of banana taffy, touch of graham cracker crust Mouthfeel: Medium to full in body but kept light by the carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering sweetness, caramelized banana

The story

The Kokua Project is one beer brewed by many breweries in the US and around the world. All proceeds will be donated to assist with needs on the ground following the Maui fire disaster. The recipe was designed by Maui Brewing Company.

In the glass

Straw · hazy, may clear in time · medium carbonation · 30 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Heavy tropical notes Flavor: Moderate earthy bitterness underneath pungent dank and tropical hops Mouthfeel: Light and crispy Aftertaste: Dank bitterness

The story

Why a cat with sunglasses on the label, you may ask. Why the hell not. This Juicy IPA is loaded with late addition kettle hops and was dry hopped during active fermentation to promote full hop flavor.

In the glass

Pale orange · some haze · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Wonderful Galaxy hops; tropical and peachy with a subtle sweetness. Flavor: Very balanced with a juicy quality to the finish. Mouthfeel: Medium with a soft feel. Aftertaste: Some residual bitterness and juicy fruit flavor.

The story

The second beer in the Soiree line of fruited cream ales, this time featuring lemon and going for a lemon meringue pie flavor.

In the glass

Copper · hazy · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Lemon with a hint of sweetness Flavor: Strong somewhat tart lemon flavor with elements of meringue pie coming through as it sweetens near the finish; vanilla, cream, and a hint of graham cracker Mouthfeel: Medium body, the tartness is held in check by the silkiness from the malted oats Aftertaste: Muted meringue pie

The story

Skipper’s maltier cousin, a dark mild is a style dating back a few centuries. Traditionally milds were young beers and didn’t weren’t necessarily low in alcohol. That changed in the early 1900s, and milds became sessionable and widely available. Milds declined in popularity and nearly went extinct around the 1950s, but have seen a resurgence in recent years at craft breweries. Brewed to be a perfect background beer to accompany a visit to the taproom. Served on nitro to mimic the traditional cask pour.

In the glass

Dark maroon · clear · nitro pour

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light malt presence. Flavor: Balance of mild toffee flavor and smooth earthy hops. Mouthfeel: Velvet. Aftertaste: Dissipates quickly leaving a slight bitterness behind.

The story

Macro breweries (you know the ones) control nearly 90% of the beer market in the US. The primary swill beer style they produce is known as American Adjunct Lager, which is a bastardization of the noble German Pilsner. I don’t know about you, but I like a good crisp Pils as much as the next guy in lederhosen. Macro is our middle finger to both corporate beer and the beer geeks who scoff at anything that doesn’t look like orange juice in a beer glass. But don’t put it up on a pedestal. Just put it in a glass and enjoy. Or hell, just drink it straight from a Crowler. Prost!

In the glass

Light straw · translucent · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Clean noble hops. Light aroma overall. Flavor: Clean and balanced at first, transitions into moderate bitterness with a grassy almost citruslike flavor. Has a roundedness to it. Mouthfeel: Medium with a bit of dryness. Aftertaste: Lingering lager funk that turns to light sweet malt.

The story

Brewed with the same base beer as Raspberry and Blueberry Pi, marionberry is a variety of blackberry from Oregon. They tend to be a little sweeter and juicier than blackberries and lend a great deep blue/purple color.

In the glass

Deep purple and maroon · opaque · medium carbonation · 35 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Berry jam, confectionary sweetness Flavor: Follows the aroma with vanilla sweetness up front and an extra juicy berry flavor on the back end Mouthfeel: Medium to full in body, springy carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering fruit and vanilla

The story

Inspired by the original chocolate drink, the pastry stout style allows this one to be sweeter than other beers to accentuate the cocoa and balance out the heat of the peppers.

In the glass

Chocolate brown · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Milk chocolate and cinnamon Flavor: Chocolate up front followed by sweet vanilla and spicy cinnamon Mouthfeel: Medium to full body with an almost syrupy texture made drinkable by the carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering sweet chocolate and cinnamon that slowly turns into a pleasing heat from the peppers

The story

Those who remember the Extremely Small Batch version of this beer might not know that the story didn’t start there. It all started with a bottle of elderflower liqueur and a recipe for a cucumber gimlet. I didn’t have any limes on hand so I subbed in lemon juice and loved the flavor that came from combining the tart citrus with the refreshing earthy cucumber. After months of waiting for an opening in the brewing schedule, we’re finally able to provide a full production batch of our most popular sour!

In the glass

Straw · translucent · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Earthy cucumber pith and searing tart lemon Flavor: Sour acidity that immediately sharpens, lemon and cucumber mix on the mid palate and then separate for high tart lemon notes and low juicy cucumber flavor Mouthfeel: Medium-light and lightly lip-puckering Aftertaste: Drawn out tartness

The story

An IPA brewed with 100% locally malted barley and MN grown hops. A truly ‘local’ beer.

In the glass

Pale gold · translucent · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Strong pine and lemon zest Flavor: Subtle malt sweetness followed by pine and lemon peel, finishing with a medium earthy bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium-light body, thirst quenching at first and then drying in the finish Aftertaste: Lingering earthy/piney bitterness

The story

A luscious coffee and chocolate ale, brewed with creamy vanilla and milk sugar. The second iteration in our ‘frap’ series of beers, the first being Caramel Frap.

In the glass

Light brown · murky · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Milk chocolate and coffee Flavor: Follows the aroma but less intense. A wisp of coffee first then the chocolate comes in Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Fading coffee and chocolate

The story

I think even the most haze-obsessed hop head can admit they have a certain nostalgia for the classic West Coast IPA. Bold and bitter hop flavor with gobs of fruity and piney hop aroma. Hopped from the moment the wort entered the kettle (a technique known as ‘first wort hopping’), all the way through the boil and during fermentation. This is my take on the style that got me into craft beer, so I had to feature my favorite hop; Mosaic. I enjoy Mosaic because it’s both a team player, when paired with other varieties, and an allstar in it’s own right. Full of succulent tropical fruit essence and a depth to flavor the leaves drinker going back for more.

In the glass

Pale gold · crystal clear, the way it should be · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet mango/pineapple with an earthy edge Flavor: Bitterness and malt up front, followed by tropical hop flavor Mouthfeel: Medium body with zingy carbonation that adds to the hop bite Aftertaste: Tropical flavors cease, leaving bitterness and a light malt sweetness

The story

Nom de plume literally means a pen name. So it’s apt that our house saison fermented with plum puree should go by a pen name, Nom de Plum, so it’s true identity is just as mysterious as the swirls of white foam in the pint glass.

In the glass

Pale purple · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pink bubblegum from the saison yeast esters enhanced by the bubblegum aroma of plum. Flavor: A delicate mix of fruity/spicy rack esters with a dash of balancing hop zing. Mouthfeel: Medium to thin with vibrant effervescence. Aftertaste: Complete balance as the sparks of the esters slowly extinguish.

The story

A collaboration brew with Love & Butter bakery!

In the glass

Jet black · opaque · medium carbonation · 14 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Smooth chocolate and sweet oatmeal Flavor: Creamy oatmeal with roasted malt and a background of milk chocolate Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Oatmeal cream pie and chocolate milk

The story

Our first anniversary celebration beer.

In the glass

Dark brown · opaque · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Stone fruit, light alcohol. Flavor: A blend of cherry, plum, date, and barrel notes. Mouthfeel: Springy carbonation amid a rounded feel. Aftertaste: Lingering fruit and medium bitterness.

The story

New Head Brewer Montana's first original recipe brewed at Wooden Hill. Here's what he has to say about his inspiration: "Shoutout to Arbieter because they have a West Coast Pilsner that I became obsessed with. I love that beer and wanted to try to create my own version of it using hops I personally love." Think of this style as a classic West Coast IPA fermented with lager yeast.

In the glass

Brushed gold · clear · medium-high carbonation · 30 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Lemon, melon, apricot, floral and piney hops Flavor: Follows the aroma with bright lemon and a floral, sweet, dankness Mouthfeel: Crisp and smooth Aftertaste: Mouthwatering, leaving behind a little sweet apricot

The story

A west coast pilsner brewed with second pitch lager yeast and a whopping 44 lbs of El Dorado hops.

In the glass

Golden · clear · medium carbonation · 30 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: El Dorado comes through as slightly dank, earthy, and piney with an undercurrent of citrus Flavor: Reminiscent of some English IPAs with a pleasant malt presence to help balance the wave of piney bitterness Mouthfeel: Nice fullness to the body without feeling heavy Aftertaste: More of the same with hop bitterness winning out over the sweet malt

The story

Paying homage to the world famous Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup the Wooden Hill way with a sweet and subtle brown ale base to tie the whole thing together.

In the glass

Reddish brown · clear · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet peanut butter, light milk chocolate Flavor: Subtle candybar-like sweetness, peanut and chocolate, slight toasty/roasty caramel Mouthfeel: Medium to light in body Aftertaste: That toasty/roasty note

The story

A light and refreshing summer sipper.

In the glass

Peach · opaque · high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Tart and hoppy funk. Background of peach slices Flavor: Mild peaches with a balance of sweet and tart Mouthfeel: Light, springy carbonation Aftertaste: Peaches

The story

Combining our taproom favorite single hop IPAs, Snowburst and Hop Phantom, into one massive juicy double IPA gushing with tropical Galaxy and Mosaic hops.

In the glass

Pale straw · opaque but will clear with time · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pineapple and mango juice Flavor: Pleasant tropical fruit Mouthfeel: Soft, almost chalky smooth with a medium heavy body Aftertaste: Lingering balance of light hop bitterness and sweet tropical flavor

The story

Another culinary inspired ale!

In the glass

Rusty brown · some haze · medium carbonation · 8 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Pineapple and sponge cake Flavor: Flash of sweet pineapple followed by the signature flavor of fresh sponge cake Mouthfeel: Smooth with a medium-full body Aftertaste: Lingering cake batter and confectionary sweetness

The story

A West Coast IPA experimenting with a new base malt made for use in IPAs and a new hop variety called Pink.

In the glass

Light bronze · clear · medium carbonation · 60 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Slight woody dankness with undertones of citrus and sweet fruit Flavor: Balance of light caramel malt sweetness and moderate hop bitterness. Strong citrus with a hint of strawberry Mouthfeel: Medium bodied and smooth Aftertaste: Lingering woody resin and strawberry

The story

There’s something unique about a pink opaque beer in a glass, like capturing a mythical creature. Pixie Catcher is so named in the spirit of that wonder.

In the glass

Pale red · opaque · medium-high carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Cranberry and raspberry, almost like juice Flavor: Subtle sweet fruit flavor up front and then tart on the back end Mouthfeel: Light body with springy carbonation Aftertaste: A balance of sweet and tart

The story

The name ‘Planet Hopper’ makes me think of exploration and discovery. Every time I make a new IPA I try to use hops or combinations of hop varieties that I haven’t tried before. With Galaxy and Strata being prominent in this beer, the space exploration-esque name seemed fitting. This is the first in our Planet Hopper series of IPAs.

In the glass

Glowing yellow · hazy · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light hops and grain Flavor: Tropical hop flavor, low bitterness, mild oat flavor Mouthfeel: Effervescent but creamy Aftertaste: Fading hop juice

The story

The 10th beer in our Planet Hopper series of IPAs, exploring new hop combinations and techniques. Motueka hops are named for weka island, home to the weka aka NZ’s iconic flightless bird. We rolled with that for the label description and artwork, creating a planet full of these little guys! Planet Hopper makes a novel discovery: flightless avian extraterrestrials. Nesting among vines of Motueka hops, their ingenious camouflage has kept them hidden for eons. Our hero wastes no time collecting data - and a brand new IPA recipe.

In the glass

Pale · hazy · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Floral hops, more citrusy than tropical Flavor: Restrained bitterness, citrus, lime zest, floral, hint of coconut/pineapple Mouthfeel: Medium light in body with a fullness on the finish Aftertaste: Lingering creamy oats, citrus, and light bitterness

The story

On a mission to catalogue the flora of a strange, sleeping planet, Planet Hopper makes a terrifying discovery when Ekuanot and Zappa hops unite to produce a tropical, extraterrestrial zest. The ground rumbles… our explorer may not be alone out here. This is the fourth in our Planet Hopper series of IPAs

In the glass

Milky gold · hazy · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Zappa hops have an interesting bouquet of classic citrus/tropical notes combined with an earthy spice. They’re at the forefront of the aroma here Flavor: Subtle oats upfront then all hops through to the end. Tropical fruit with a little spice underneath Mouthfeel: Soft, muting the hop bitterness Aftertaste: Again, that mix of fruit and spice

The story

A hazy IPA fermented with a newly released yeast strain dubbed Pomona, which was designed to heighten stone fruit esters in IPAs. The name was inspired by singer/songwriter Chappell Roan.

In the glass

Straw · hazy · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet pineapple and citrus Flavor: Blend of tropical fruits and citrus. Light bitterness that takes a back seat to a pleasant malt sweetness Mouthfeel: Medium body, almost silky in the finish as resinous hop oils linger Aftertaste: Muted bitterness and fading citrus

The story

A traditional German style rye lager brewed with malted rye and vienna for subtle spice and malty depth. Bonus fact: this is the first time Wooden Hill has ever used rye in a beer! Rye gives a nice spicy character to the finished beer as well as a bump in body and mouthfeel.

In the glass

Straw · clear · medium carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light biscuity malt, hint of rye spice Flavor: Nice mix of classic pilsner malt presence, spicy/peppery undertones from the rye malt, and just enough earthy hop bitterness to keep everything balanced. Mouthfeel: Medium body despite a light feel with high drinkability Aftertaste: Lingering rye spice

The story

Every year new hop varieties are produced and assigned numbers, only the best are eventually given names (the popular Mosaic hop variety started life as HBC 369). One of the new varieties that’s turning heads this year is YQH-1320, and we got our hands on some! This IPA was brewed using only 1320 hops, both in the boil kettle and as dry hops.

In the glass

Pale gold · clear · 33 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Classic hop notes of citrus and earth Flavor: Light citrus, notes of lemon. Clean bitterness, with malt sweetness hovering under the surface. Mouthfeel: Light and smooth Aftertaste: Prickly bitterness, creamy oats

The story

A classic west coast IPA hopped throughout the brewing and fermentation process exclusively with Alora.

In the glass

Pale orange · some haze · medium carbonation · 70 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Classic hoppy notes of orange, citrus, touch of sweetness Flavor: Bright citrus, subtle caramel presence from the Munich malt Mouthfeel: Medium-light body but rounds out nicely Aftertaste: Pithy/earthy bitterness

The story

An IPA hopped exclusively with the Amarillo variety.

In the glass

Pale · clear · medium carbonation · 80 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Citrus Flavor: Citrus up front followed by bold bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Biting bitterness

The story

Another IPA in the series of ‘Project’ beers that are dry-hopped exclusively with one variety of hop to better judge its characteristics. In this case the variety of hop is Bru-1 and instead of using the typical T-90 hop pellets, I’ve opted for a new(ish) type of hop pellet called Lupomax. The idea is that these Lupomax pellets have a more concentrated flavor because they contain less vegetal plant matter. A more concentrated flavor means using less hops and having less loss of product due to absorption.

In the glass

Straw · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Nice sweet fruity character, more of a bouquet than any specific fruits Flavor: The malt definitely takes a backseat here. A nice blend of light tropical fruit and classic pine flavor from the hops, more complexity than I would expect from a single dry-hop variety IPA Mouthfeel: Medium-light in body Aftertaste: Lingering brightness from the hops

The story

A full production batch of a recipe I spent years tweaking on the homebrew scale. For the love of citra!

In the glass

Golden · clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Flavor: Mouthfeel: Aftertaste:

The story

Brewed in collaboration with Yakima Valley Hops to celebrate the officially naming of HBC 1019, which has been dubbed Dolcita.

In the glass

Gold · translucent · medium carbonation · 50 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Strong peach & tropical (pineapple/mango) notes Flavor: Candied peach, pineapple, citrus, orange creamsicle finish Mouthfeel: Medium body with a semi-smooth feel Aftertaste: Less bitter than expected with a pithy/peachy lingering flavor

The story

Another Project IPA featuring a single hop variety for dry-hopping. This time it’s Austrian Eclipse hops, which I first used in Batch 309. The aromas from the bag were amazing, and I was excited to try it in a single-variety dry hopped IPA.

In the glass

Pale · some haze, will clear over time · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Nice mix of tropical melon with undertones of pine Flavor: Moderate bitterness throughout with light caramel from the malt and topical essence from the hops balancing nicely. Mouthfeel: Edging on soft but with zippy carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering bitterness

The story

100% hopped with the Simcoe variety.

In the glass

Pale gold · some haze · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light tropical fruit and a slight sweetness Flavor: Fruit and sweetness intensifying before the finish Mouthfeel: Light body but still silky Aftertaste: Lingering sweet malt and bitterness

The story

Who doesn’t love a good pumpkin beer? No one, that’s who. There’s something magical about the way a good amber ale mixes with those pie flavorings. So we gave this beer a magical name, pulled straight from the great hall of Hogwarts. (note - imbibing will not give you magic abilities or special powers, but if you overdo it you’ll probably get an owl-delivered howler)

In the glass

Amber · nearly translucent · medium-low carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light blend of cinnamon and nutmeg. Flavor: Sweet cream and pie spices. Balanced. Mouthfeel: Medium with a bit of a prickly feeling from the spices. Aftertaste: Cinnamon oatmeal.

The story

Our take on the historic German Pilsner style with assertive bitterness, extra hop aroma thanks to a generous dry hop addition, and a crisp and clean finish. Quick history lesson: Germany established the Reinheitsgebot (which literally translates to ‘purity order’ - thus we’ve named ours Pure Pils) law in 1516, requiring that beer can only be brewed with water, barley, and hops (the role of yeast in beer production was not discovered until 1857).

In the glass

Pale yellow · clear · medium-high carbonation · 35 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Grassy and lightly floral Flavor: Earthy/grassy bitterness up front with an almost juicy honeydew melon note on the mid-palate, malt character is subtle but adds a nice breadiness. Moderately bitter and floral hop character dominates the palate giving way to a long finish Mouthfeel: Drinks smooth with a medium body Aftertaste: Moderate hop bite

The story

The second in our culinary series of beers and the first of the “Cake Eater” series (Edina residents are sometimes referred to as “Cake Eaters” by surrounding cities). While Rabbit Hole does not contain any carrots, it’s brewed to taste like a fresh slice of carrot cake with vanilla icing.

In the glass

Rust · nearly opaque · medium-light carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet vanilla balanced by spice Flavor: Starts with a mix of light malt presence and the cinnamon/clove blend. Transitions to vanilla with milk sweetness. Similar to a pumpkin beer but with less emphasis on the spice. Mouthfeel: Medium to full in body. Aftertaste: Lingering bitterness from the spices.

The story

A beer-wine hybrid made from grapes grown in Afton, MN by Yellow House Vineyard.

In the glass

Rose · mostly clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Yeast esters of clove and white wine notes Flavor: A blend of delicate wine and robust Saison flavors Mouthfeel: Dry with a medium body Aftertaste: Dry with a slight heat from the alcohol

The story

The real Raspberry Pi is a tiny and affordable computer that is popular in the tech community for programming practical projects, usually just for the fun of it.

In the glass

Pale pink · hazy · high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fresh raspberries Flavor: Sweet fruit balanced by hop bitterness Mouthfeel: Medium to full in body with a creamy feel Aftertaste: Lingering fruit and hop bite

The story

My most requested homebrew recipe, Rave. is an absolute party for your tastebuds. Surprisingly balanced between subtle honeydew flavor and crisp, full bodied wheat. An ideal summer sipper.

In the glass

Dirty straw with a faint green tinge · opaque · medium-high carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Like cutting open a honeydew melon next to a pint of light beer. Flavor: Starts like a regular wheat beer, honeydew flavor creeps in part way through each sip. Mouthfeel: Medium body from the wheat and lively with carbonation. Aftertaste: Drying finish with some lingering bitterness.

The story

Brewed in collaboration with Nine Mile Brewing, this light and hoppy wheat ale was brewed with Nectaron hops and dry hopped with McKenzie hops (Nine Mile dry hopped their version with Nugget hops). The name pokes fun at the Bloomington/Edina rivalry, but trust us when we say this was a super collaborative effort and a lot of fun to brew!

In the glass

Bronze · light haze · medium carbonation · 20 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light malt sweetness and citrus Flavor: Follows the aroma striking a nice balance of lightly malty and citrusy, touch of resinous hops Mouthfeel: Smooth and light Aftertaste: Residual bitterness and citrus

The story

Taking its name from 2023’s word of the year, Rizz is full of bright tropical flavor and a pleasing tartness.

In the glass

Creamy lemon · hazy · medium-high carbonation · 10 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fruity acidity, passionfruit Flavor: Lovely mix of slightly puckering tartness and tropical passionfruit/mango essence Mouthfeel: Medium to light in body, smoothness beneath the tart exterior Aftertaste: Lingering acidity, tropical tones

The story

The tropical stylings of El Dorado hops paired with double the oats in the malt bill launches your senses from zero to warp speed.

In the glass

Pale, slight rusty hue · mostly clear · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Citrus and sweet malt Flavor: Robust biscuity malt profile supporting a moderate bitterness and citrus/banana hop flavor. Notes of candied strawberry Mouthfeel: Medium body, crisp carbonation Aftertaste: Lingering malt sweetness and bitterness balancing each other

The story

Named for Ruby, grandmother to Sean and me, wife to our grandfather who inspired the name Wooden Hill. Rubies symbolize good luck and prosperity, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!

In the glass

Hazelnut brown with red hues · clear · medium carbonation · 14 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Light caramel, semi-sweet chocolate, biscuit Flavor: Follows the aroma with light roasty notes and a good balance from the hops Mouthfeel: Medium body with a crisp finish Aftertaste: Balance of caramel, roasted malt, and light earthy bitterness

The story

Pronounced schutz, this Austrian inspired lager was brewed with vienna & munich malts and lightly hopped with Czech Saaz. Balanced and pleasantly flavorful, this one checks both the light and malty boxes. Schatz translates to ‘treasure’ and is mainly used as a term of endearment (‘my darling’ ‘my treasure’).

In the glass

Rusty caramel · clear · medium carbonation · 20 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Doughy fresh baked bread, clean yeast profile Flavor: Light caramel and bread, mild earthy hop presence that crescendos in the finish Mouthfeel: Medium bodied with relatively high drinkability Aftertaste: Balance of earthy hops and semi-sweet malt, just a tad dry giving it a crispness

The story

Inspired by a sweet heat combo from Brittany, this Kolsch-style beer was fermented with pineapple puree and conditioned on jalapenos. With apologies to the Reinheitsgebot. Sorry not sorry.

In the glass

Pale straw · some haze, will clear out over time · medium-high carbonation · 19 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Fresh sliced jalapeno, juicy pineapple undertone, light malt presence Flavor: Upfront heat that builds to a moderate level, transitions to fresh pineapple with a nice balance of sweetness and spice in the finish Mouthfeel: Medium body, definitely fuller than a true Kolsch. Widens out on the mid-palate with a fairly crisp finish Aftertaste: A moment of signature Kolsch funk followed by a smooth simmer of calming heat

The story

A roasty Porter brewed with maple and peanut butter extract. Created, brewed, and perfected by Jeremy!

In the glass

Very dark brown · opaque · medium carbonation · 14 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Sweet maple Flavor: Roasted peanuts and maple syrup balanced by roasted malt Mouthfeel: Medium body Aftertaste: Light grainy presence, lingering sweetness

The story

With this one we were aiming for something sweet and luxurious, but you’ll find no lactose, marshmallow, or other gimmicks here. A Wee Heavy is a style somewhere between brown ale and stout. Malty but without any harsh roasty character. This lends beautifully to a slumber in rum barrels.

In the glass

Very dark brown · opaque · medium-light carbonation · 25 IBU

Tasting notes

Aroma: Caramel, vanilla, rum Flavor: Subtle coffee and cream giving way to intense rum character and a sweet confectionary-like finish Mouthfeel: Full bodied and creamy, medium warmth from the alcohol Aftertaste: Array of caramel and chocolate/coffee malt flavor draped in vanilla

The story

This beer was inspired by Kona Big Wave. Big Wave has always been that easy drinker for hanging at the beach, chowing down on some great seafood, riding around on a boat, etc. It’s a great compliment to any activity or situation. Skiff is Wooden Hill’s anywhere anytime version of Big Wave. Perfect for hanging at a lake, watching a Twolves game, or even riding around on a skiff.

In the glass

Golden hue · medium carbonation

Tasting notes

Aroma: Citrus and a light sweet honey note Flavor: Sweet fleshy citrus, especially orange and grapefruit. Nice balance with low bitterness Mouthfeel: Light and refreshing Aftertaste: Light malt sweetness and perceived lasting grapefruit

The story

Our first true session ale takes inspiration from the highly quaffable ales traditionally served in British pubs. While the popularity of Mild ales dropped significantly after the 1960s, the style is seeing a resurgence with the explosion of microbreweries in the US (sort of like the one you work at!). Skipper is so named because like a captain on his ship, it’s damn close to water. It’s the perfect beer to serve as background noise during an afternoon in the taproom with good company.

In the glass

Copper · nearly translucent · nitro pour

Tasting notes

Aroma: Biscuit and light caramel/toffee Flavor: Starts with a subtle sweetness and transitions into grain/cracker with a subdued grassy bitterness. Mouthfeel: Light in body and feel Aftertaste: Ebbing honey sweetness