The original Benedictine Brewery beer. Not conceived according to any particular style, it is best described a Belgian dark with a Northwest influence. The aroma carries a bit of yeast and roastiness. A complex of dark flavors is overlaid slightly with hops, and caramel subtly emerges in the finish. Surprisingly light on the palate for its dark color. Excellent with meals. ABV about 7.2%.
The pale counterpart to Black Habit, best described as a Belgian pale with Northwest influence. Aroma is fresh and slightly spicy, and the mouthfeel is silky and effervescent. Tropical fruit flavors lead to a noticeably hoppy finish. Designed to go with meals. ABV about 6.7%.
A session ale in the farmhouse tradition, this beer gets its name because it was first brewed on March 21 and first served on July 11, the two annual feasts of St. Benedict. Bears the fresh aroma of yeast. Complex flavor for a lighter beer, with a slightly tart and peppery finish. Stands well as a cold beverage on a summer day. ABV about 4.7%.
A Cascadian dark (black IPA) made with a Belgian yeast. The malts establish a smooth roast-and-chocolate foundation, to which the hops overlay an herbal-floral dimension. ABV about 7.4%.
Designed after the Munich Helles as a golden, malty, grainy lager. Smells and tastes light and clean. ABV about 6%.
Modeled on the Belgian tripel style. Rich and inviting complexity, surprisingly smooth for a higher-alcohol beer. ABV about 9.2%.
A seasonal ale available each winter. Modeled after imperial stouts. The aroma hints at the dark fruit flavors the beer will deliver, such as plum and raisin, but the tongue will also encounter toastiness, molasses and licorice. A good beer to contemplate during cold weather. ABV about 9.5%.
Please note: The list above is not comprehensive and you may find more in the taproom. And, not all beers listed are available all the time. Some are seasonal, and others we simply run out of for a time. We hope you will find something you enjoy on your every trip to the St. Michael Taproom. Taste and believe!
Wednesday and Thursday:
2 to 7 pm
Friday and Saturday:
1 to 8 pm
Sunday:
12 pm to 6 pm
(Closed Mondays and Tuesdays)
Minors are welcome when accompanied by an adult.
Please note: We are not able to ship beer. Bottles are available for purchase at the brewery.
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