McKenzie wins gold
Just chatted with Ryan Michaels, the ecstatic brewer at McKenzie Brew House (240 Lancaster Ave., Malvern) following his 2-medal showing at the GABF. His Saison Vautour, which won as the best Belgian-style Saison, is pouring at the brewpub as we speak. To answer the big question: It’s his own recipe, not predecessor Scott Morrison’s. Michaels also won bronze for Wee Heavy (10.5%). Both will be bottled and available in time for the Christmas holidays. This is a huge win for this talented, young brewer.
October 20th, 2007 at 11:47 am
While I’m no expert or BJCP judge, I do like me a good Saison. I had a chance to taste MBH last night and decree it VERY GOOD! Will try to return later this weekend to help drain the keg a bit more. Ryan definitely turned some heads with his showing at GABF this year. Good for him!