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14482 Big Basin Way
Historic Downtown Saratoga, CA    (MAP & Hours)

 

 

 

 

 
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Currently we are serving:
Pure Beer Beer made in the style of Bavarian Purity Law:


Nothing but barley, hops, water and yeast.


Later, the law was updated to include other grains. Those beers that meet the modern definition, but not the earlier, are marked with an asterisk ("*")

Always On Tap
"Dirty"
Blonde Ale


ABV: 5.4%
IBU: 26

A light, crisp, Summery beer with just a bit of sass. Gently bittered and dry-hopped (or, as we like to call it, "cold hopped") with a subtle citrusy Cascade, the sweeter malt flavors really shine through.
✔️
"Jefferson"
American Pale Ale


ABV 5.7%
IBU: 75

An easy-drinking Pale Ale with a good bite, but lightly attenuated for plenty of that malty, beery flavor. Good ol' American Cascade adds a subtle citrus note.


Blends nicely into a shandy, if you're looking for a session beer.

✔️
"Leftenant Pepper's"
English IPA


ABV: 5%
IBU: 65

More evenly balanced than its American counterparts, this delicious blend of Autumn-sown barley -- together with our special blend of old world malts and hops that range from UK to Czechoslovakia in origin -- results in a full-bodied and well balanced IPA full of English flavor with a little black-pepper on the back end. We think you'll like it.

*
"Pretty Purple"
Porter (#5)


ABV: 5%
IBU: 20

Full of body, with a soft mouth feel, this solid, dependable porter has barely a hint of toasted chocolate. A family favorite since its inception, this is the 5th refinement ("#5") of the brewmaster's favorite recipe of his favorite style.


Darned-good stuff, if we say so, ourselves! (Also, it's not really purple!)
✔️
"Fur of the Cat"
West Coast IPA


ABV: 6.1%
IBU: 66


Crisp and hard-hitting, but with a smooth aftertaste. Not quite as "in your face" as some WC-IPAs, but plenty bold enough to hold up against any challenger.
✔️

Often on tap


(We do our best, but these beers take time!)
Porter
~RESERVE~

   (NITRO)


ABV: 7.8%
IBU: 20


That same delicious Pretty Purple Porter that everyone loves, aged to perfection in a Wayward Bourbon barrel (from Venus Spirits, Santa Cruz).


We didn't think PPP could get any better but then... WOW!
✔️

Rotating taps -- when it's gone, its gone!


Beer styles through which we're working.
"God Jul"
Winter Seasonal (30C)


ABV: 7.3%
IBU: 8

Inspired by the Nordic Wintertime festive drink, Gløgg, this copper-kettle colored ale brings a variety of Winter fruit, spice, and a sweet wine flavors that are sure to lift your spirits and warm your heart as the earlier evenings begin to cool.
"Wildwood Mischief"
Kentucky Common


ABV: 5-ish
IBU: 20

An historic beer originating in a simpler time, this is a darker, maltier ale that is still light-bodied, sweet and bubbly with a refreshing fruity/citrus sparkle.
✔️
"Sunshine of Your Love"
American Cream Ale


ABV: 4.8%
IBU: 12

A classic American beer style with a bit more body than an American Lager, but not quite as much as a blonde Ale. Citrusy, with a bit of spice & sweet floral flavors and a golden amber hue, this light, crisp, effervescent brew is the perfect refresher for a warm Summer day.
✔️
"Season's Greetings"
Chocolate Imperial Stout


ABV: 11.1%
IBU: 20

This rich ale, with flavors derived from a variety of grain roasting-levels, is quite chocolaty, without being "sticky sweet". As dark as an overcast Winter's night, the complexity is tantilizing, without being overbearing. It's big, it's dark, it's full-bodied and velvety, and it will keep you plenty warm this Holiday Season.


You can add a splash of Peppermint flavoring to get that "Holiday bark" flavor, or brandy flavoring for a "Brandy Beans" treat. We like it just the way it comes out of the tap, but are sometimes known to add a scoop of Marianne's Vanilla Bean ice cream to make a scrumptious float!

"Gentlefolk's Grandeur"
English Barleywine
   (NITRO)


ABV: 8.2%
IBU: 40

An exquisite ale that embodies the essence of kindred spirits and warm camaraderie. Velvety, boasting a rich tapestry of caramel and toffee notes, enveloping your palate in a luscious symphony of flavors.


Cheers to shared moments and the extraordinary taste of benevolence.

✔️

In the fermentor,
Aging, conditioning, & etc.

 Release Date
Sagburu’s Brew
Ancient Grains beer


ABV: 3.5 ~ 5%
IBU: ~0


Made as close as I was able to the style of the first Summerian/Mesopotamian beers, this light, somewhat-raw brew has an interesting taste that is sure to appeal to many.


More information and history on our "What's in the Ha'Firkin?" page.

The "Always On" Set


We're nearly always re-brewing at least one of the "above the line" (always on tap) beers, as they tend to turn over fairly quickly.

Beers of Yore