Kochab The Guardian
Northwood Public House / Little Dipper Brewing

Kochab is the brightest star in the bowl of the "Little Dipper" and only slightly fainter than Polaris (the North Star). It is also referred to as one of the Guardians of the Poles as it shared the title of "North Star" over 1000 years ago. Our hail to this old star comes in the form of this Old Ale. These beers tend to be tilted toward a maltier balance. Deeper in color then brown ales and with somewhat significant alcohol percentages. "It should be a warming beer of the type that is best drunk in half pints by a warm fire on a cold winter's night" – Michael Jackson Our Old Ale has a deep, subtle aroma with notes of vanilla, oak and roasted malt. This leads into a complex sweetness that is characterized with vanilla, spice, rye, oak, caramel and a slight creaminess. We brewed this beer to pair well with bourbon. So, enjoy it on its own or alongside your favorite whiskey.

IBU: 47