We head to West Sacramento and Yolo Brew for our initial State Capital brewery. And before I get into picking the beers for my initial taster tray, Yolo Brew also offers what they call a Personal Brewing Experience. You (and a group of friends) make and appointment, head to their Beer Hall, choose a beer and then the brewers will go through the steps in making craft beer. Sort of personal contract brewing. It is an idea that has popped up throughout the years but never really caught on. Maybe Yolo has cracked the code on how to do it.
Anyway, on to what I will order and be on the lookout for when I am in Sacramento…..
Bohemian Pilsner followed by their Hallertauer Lager so I can compare and contrast the two styles and pick out where they differ.
Engine #43 Pale Ale followed by the house IPA and the Lt. Dan IPA to see the curve of hops from pale to specialty IPA.
Dirty Cog Porter and Vanilla Stout which will give me the chance to check out if their strength is in darker beers or lighter.