raft beer culture isn’t reserved for hip bearded men in flannel shirts. Everyone loves to crack open a cold brew, especially Michiganders. The mitten is hopping with breweries rolling out unique, seasonal brews this spring, so get in spirit and grab a cold one (or two).
1. Archangel from North Peak Brewing Company in Traverse City
This golden American wheat ale brewed with Michigan cherries is subtly hoppy with a crisp taste.
$10.99/six-pack, NorthPeak.net
2. Mosaic Promise from Founders Brewing Co. in Grand Rapids
This simply brewed beer delivers a crisp, clean and rich taste. “The aromatic mosaic hop takes center stage in this beer,” says Founders Brewing Co. co-founder and president Dave Engbers.
$9.99/six-pack, FoundersBrewing.com
3. Bière de Mars from Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales in Traverse City
Brewed with two yeasts, this French-style stock ale is aged in large oak casks and re-fermented in the bottle.
$5.99/375-milliliter bottle, JollyPumpkin.com
4. ControversiALE from Short's Brewing Company in Bellaire
This brew uses Simcoe hops exclusively, making it one of the brewer’s best-selling IPAs. “The skillful combination of toasted grains and high alpha hops creates the cool sensation of toasted sourdough covered with zesty grapefruit hop marmalade,” says Short’s Brewing Company ‘liberation’ specialist Jon Wojtowicz.
$9.99-$10.99/six-pack, ShortsBrewing.com
