Organic Beer

   -    Bison Brew   -    Award-Winning Beers Since 1989   -    Berkeley, California

Brewmaster Tasting Notes

BISON ORGANIC IPA

Bison’s Organic IPA is a medium-bodied ale characterized by a citrus, pine and slightly grassy aroma with a moderately bitter, refreshingly crisp flavor and a clean, dry finish. 6% abv.

  • Recommended Glassware: Pint glass (“Nonick” Imperial Pint)
  • Cheese Pairings: Aged Gouda, Sharp Cheddar, Asiago, Triple Creme cheeses
  • Suggested Food Pairings: Spicy dishes, fried food, seafood & fish (especially fried), pizza, grilled vegetables, sausage, salmon (especially grilled), artichokes, asparagus

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BISON ORGANIC CHOCOLATE STOUT

Bison’s Chocolate Stout is a medium-bodied ale characterized by rich cocoa and roasted malt aromas, charismatic flavors of dark chocolate and espresso, a creamy mouthfeel and smooth, dry finish. 5% abv.

  • Recommended Glassware: Pint glass (Irish Imperial Pint)
  • Cheese Pairings: Gorgonzola, Bleu cheeses, Humboldt Fog, Stilton
  • Suggested Food Pairings: Oysters, chocolate (esp dark), shellfish, cheesecake, fruit desserts, ham, caramel desserts

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BISON ORGANIC HONEY BASIL ALE

Bison’s Organic Honey Basil Ale a light-bodied ale, infused with organic clover honey & fresh, whole leaf organic basil, lending a floral and slightly herbal aroma, a hint of sweetness and mild basil after taste.

  • Recommended Glassware: Tulip glass, Pilsner flute
  • Cheese Pairings: Fresh Milk Cheeses (Mozzarella, Allouette, Goat Cheese etc...)
  • Suggested Food Pairings: pasta, pizza, Thai food, curries, pesto, tomatoes, sushi, ceviche, steamed mussels, Asian stir-fries, shrimp scampi, salads.

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BISON IMPERIAL BROWN ALE

Bison’s Imperial Brown is a medium-bodied ale characterized by a complex roasted malt aroma, toasted nut flavors with a hint of hop bitterness, a creamy mouthfeel and slightly bitter, dry finish. 7% abv.

  • Recommended Glassware: Pint glass (“Nonkick Imperial Pint”)
  • Cheese Pairings: Aged Cheddar, Aged Gouda, Aged Greyere, Manchego
  • Suggested Food Pairing: Steak, hamburgers, sausage, grilled lamb, smoked fish, game

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BISON ORAGNIC TOASTED OAT MOLASSES BROWN ALE

As with all our beers, We brew TOMBA with 100% organic ingredients. Its aroma and flavors are characterized by notes of rich organic molasses, oven-toasted flaked oats and a complex blend of roasted barley malts. Relatively light in body and low in alcohol, TOMBA is a full-flavored session beer perfectly designed for the “awkward” season in between winter and spring.

  • Recommended Glassware: Pint glass (“Nonkick Imperial Pint”)
  • Cheese Pairings: Aged Cheddar, Aged Gouda, Aged Greyere, Manchego
  • Suggested Food Pairing: BBQ pork, pulled pork, grilled meats, hamburgers, smoked meats, ham, grilled fish