Introduction

It takes a keen mind and the soul of a poet to look at a career requiring dedication, long-hours of learning and practical experience - and a union card to boot - and to cast it all on a roll of the craft beer dice. A man named John Allen was successful in the film industry, but his heart wasn’t in it. In 1997, John finally decided to heed the call and open up Propeller Brewing Company. Success was hard won and John opened up a second brewing location in 2013, followed by the addition of his son Mike to the business two years later. In the 20 years that PBC has been satisfying the beer drinkers of the East they’ve managed to put out over 150 variations of craft beer. The Pilsener is not a typo, but a type of beer based on an old Czechoslovakian brewing style from the 19th century that changed brewing styles and yeast. Serves well at 7°C and can cellar for half a year.

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How it looks

Pours a pale straw colour with clear body and light carbonation. A frothy, small bubble head rests on top of the glass.

How it smells

A warm aroma of fresh baked bread, zesty lemon, some salty sea air, toasted grain malt, and thick honey. A touch of floral hops plays around on the edges of the aroma.

How it tastes

The bready malt is first out of the gate on the flavour but it's followed quickly by strong leafy hop flavour and a stronger citrus kick than the nose let on. The sweetness of the malt and the impression of honey come together to keep the sharper flavours in line and even out the taste. The mouthfeel is slightly astringent and the finish turns a touch bitter with the hops amping up.

Recommended food pairing

A great one to pair up with a cottage pie or Fish and Chips. Something with heartiness to it.