Algonquin “Gonk” Amber
Philipsburg Brewing Company

This amber ale is modeled after the Alt (old) beers of northern Germany. Simultaneously rich and crisp, this beer exhibits strong caramel malt flavors without being sweet or cloying. This delicate balance is achieved though the careful use of Sterling and Willamette hops for an earthy, herbal character. We use the Hefeweizen yeast for this beer, but ferment it cold to enhance the lager-like character. The Algonquin mine was one of the first major silver lodes in the area, and later produced manganese to support both world war efforts.