Abita Beer's “Fleur-de-lis Restoration Ale”
We began crafting this new beer from the moment we saw our brewery had been miraculously spared any major damage from Hurricane Katrina. We are proud to be a Louisiana company and feel blessed that we are still able to produce our product and keep our employees working.
Why the name Fleur-de-lis?
The Fleur-de-lis name and symbol were chosen for this very special beer with a dual purpose in mind. It’s a well recognized symbol of New Orleans, but it is also a symbol of light and life. The Fleur-de-lis was adopted long ago by ancient warriors who safely found their way through treacherous waters by following the water lilies. This golden ale’s label is decorated with purple and green combining colors historically representing justice, hope and generosity.
When is it available? How much goes to charity?
This golden ale brew should hit store shelves by mid October. For every six pack sold Abita Beer will donate $1 to the Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation
Can you describe the brew?
Fleur-de-lis Restoration Ale is made with English Pale, Lager, Crystal and Cara Pils malted barley. We liberally hopped and dry hopped our Ale with American Cascade and Centennial hops and fermented it with California Ale yeast. The result is a brilliant gold ale with a rich body, mild bitterness and a snappy fresh citrus hop flavor and aroma.
Our hope is that everyone who enjoys Abita Beer will enjoy it even more, knowing they are helping to restore and rebuild the homes and lives of all those devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
http://www.abita.com/party/restoration_ale.html
feel free to ask your favorite bar to stock this beer...abita is quality beer and it goes to a good cause....when's the last time you got piss drunk and was doing a good thing by doing it?
check out the rest of the page and the beers...the brewery definately has a passion for their beer.
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