Philly Beer Scene

Nothing like going back into history and brewing the past!

This ale is based on an old Latvian (Baltic) tradition of using local ingredients available to them, including the use of river stones to make their beer. Friends and family like to drink it to celebrate “Jani”, an ancient summer solstice festival held during the shortest night of the year. We jump over a bonfire, sing songs (Ligo! Ligo!), wear crowns of oak leaves, eat rye bread, and, of course, drink beer. Sounds strange, but trust me, it’s a blast!

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Here’s an easy drinking beer for summer with both nods to tradition and the creative side of brewing. The honey brings an interesting flavor note to the brew and keeps the body light and crisp. Most of the spices are traditional to the Belgian style. Chamomile is reportedly brewing legend Pierre Celis’ “secret ingredient.” The inclusion of saffron is a new twist on the style. The flavors of saffron and honey go so well together in Dogfish Head’s Midas Touch, it adds a rich depth of flavor to the brew. This may just be the most complex easy drinking beer you’ll ever make.

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