North Coast A pioneer in the craft beer movement, opened in 1988 as a local brewpub in the historic town of Fort Bragg, located on California’s Mendocino Coast.
Under the leadership of brew master
Mark Ruedrich, the brewery has developed a strong reputation for quality having won more than 70 awards in national and international competitions. In addition to Red Seal Ale, Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, Scrimshaw Pilsner, and other fine North Coast brands, the brewery has resurrected the old Acme label with a heritage dating back to the San Francisco of the 1860’s.
These exceptional beers are available in 36 states now and also are exported to Europe and the Pacific Rim. Available North Coast Brewing beers that you can find at your local Westside Liquor Stores: Red Seal Ale: Malt and hops are beautifully married in this full-bodied, copper-red Pale Ale. Red Seal is generously hopped for a long, spicy finish. An excellent accompaniment to grilled meats and rich sauces. Style: American Amber Ale
Color: Amber
ABV: 5.5%
Bitterness: 42 IBU's
90 Points, Rated
"Exceptional"
Beverage Testing Institute, Chicago. "In my estimation, even more so than Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Red Seal strikes the perfect balance between refreshment and substance"
-Mark Lisheron, Austin American-Statesman "Red Seal has to be the finest American pale ale available nationally. Loaded with truly intense hop flavor, it's not for the faint hearted, but a delightful reward for lovers of the style".
-Ed Westemeier, The Cincinnati Enquirer Old Rasputin: Produced in the tradition of 19th Century English brewers who supplied the court of Russia's Catherine the Great, Old Rasputin seems to develop a cult following wherever it goes. It's a rich, intense brew with big complex flavors and a warming finish. Style: Russian Imperial Stout
Color: Black
ABV: 9%
Bitterness: 75 IBU's
91 Points, Rated
"Exceptional"
Beverage Testing Institute, Chicago "These folks don't fool around with their beers. Very big, very complex, and downright kick-ass."
- The Brew Guide Old No. 38: Named for a retired California Western Railroad steam engine on the Fort Bragg to Willits run through the Redwoods, Old No. 38 Stout is a smooth, firm-bodied stout with the toasted character and coffee notes of dark malts and roasted barley. Style: Dublin Dry Stout
Color: Onyx
ABV: 5.5%
Bitterness: 53 IBU's
85 Points Rated
"Highly-Recommended"
Beverage Tasting Institute, Chicago "This is a wonderful ale. Possibly the best stout made in America."
- Michael Jackson, KCBS Food News Scrimshaw: Named for the delicate engravings popularized by 19th century seafarers, Scrimshaw is a fresh tasting Pilsner brewed in the finest European tradition using Munich malt and, Hallertauer and Tettnang hops. Scrimshaw has a subtle hop character, a crisp, clean palate, and a dry finish. Style: Pilsner
Color: Pale Straw
ABV: 4.4%
Bitterness: 22 IBU's
89 Points, Rated
"Highly-Recommended"
Beverage Testing Institute, Chicago "Aromatic, spicy-hop nose. Subtle pale malt flavors.... Finishes cleanly.... Refreshing, with the hop profile being the main attraction".
-BTI. Chicago Blue Star: Choice American barley and wheat malts are combined with a blend of noble hops to create this light, fruity, refreshing beer. Brewed in the style of the American beer renaissance, Blue Star is unfiltered, the yeast adding a complex note to the flavor profile. Style: American Wheat Beer
Color: Translucent Straw
ABV: 4.5%
Bitterness: 17 IBU's
92 Points, rated
"Exceptional"
Beverage Testing Institute, Chicago "A rich entry leads to smooth, medium-bodied toasted malt palate with nice dry citrus (bitter lemon) and mild,bittering hops. This shows great balance and sorts plenty of flavors in a stylish manner".
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