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Weiss Nix Weissbier A classic unfiltered Bavarian-style wheat , with an inviting fruity/ spicy aroma reminiscent of banana, citrus, and clove. 14 IBUs 5.3% abv Sister Golden Kölsch Crisp and refreshing German-style golden , with McLovin Irish Red Ale classic malt character and just a kiss of noble hops. Uncomplicated and easy-drinking. Our famous red ale boasts a deep copper color and smooth, toasty caramel malt character, with just a touch 20 IBUs 4.9% abv of roasted barley in the finish for an exceptionally easy-drinking pint. 21 IBUs 5.3% abv Diamond Star Halo Kettle Sour Ale Silver Medal - 2014 World Beer Cup® Crisp and quenching, tart and tangy kettle sour with Bronze Medal - 2012 World Beer Cup® notes of sourdough and citrus. Serious pucker-power! 7 IBUs 4.8% abv Mosasaur (aka “Mosey”) IPA We make gratuitous use of Mosaic hops, noted for Woodshed Oaked IPA tropical, citrus, and berry fruit notes in this India . Bitterness is mellow, hop flavor is abundant. Our flagship beer walks the line between tradition and invention. Inviting floral/citrus hop aromas and vanillin- 68 IBUs 6.9% abv rich French oak notes accent this perfectly balanced, Honored as one of Top 3 Wisconsin IPAs at the 2017 distinctive . Wisconsin IPA Fest! 65 IBUs 6.5% abv

Scaredy Cat Dedication Oatmeal Abbey 'Extra' A hearty and full-bodied dark beer with rich malt flavors Brewed in the tradition of the Trappist brewing monks of of molasses, cocoa, caramel, and espresso. Belgium- featuring aromas of stone fruit, ginger, anise, & 30 IBUs 6.3% abv raisins & a bold, complex depth of malt flavor. Gold Medal - 2016 World Beer Cup® 18 IBUs 9.2% abv Silver Medal - 2016 Best of Craft Beer Awards Gold Medal - 2019 Great American Beer Festival® Bronze Medal - 2018 Best of Craft Beer Awards Gold Medal Winner - 2016 Best of Craft Beer Awards Bronze Medal - 2015 Great American Beer Festival® Silver Medal Winner - 2018 Best of Craft Beer Awards

DRINking thinking resh Bee’s Knees Key Lime Wit Belgian-style Witbier w/ Lime The humble cream ale has a history intertwined with Fresh & flavorful citrus-kissed Belgian-style wheat ale, the American working-class. We give ours a rural twist made with real key lime juice and natural key lime by brewing with oats, flaked maize, & WI clover honey. essence. Light, zesty, and perfect for outdoor recreation Mildly sweet, light and refreshing, & with a touch of - refreshment is key! honey in the finish- the perfect way to toast a busy day! 11 IBUs 5.1% abv 16 IBUs 5.0% abv

Maltiplicity Maibock Irruption Pale Ale Wlcome spring with a crisp, golden golden maibock . A hop-forward sessionable pale ale in the English Crafted from imported Munich and Vienna malts, our tradition, featuring Brambling Cross, Cashmere & take on this classic style showcases locally grown Sultana hops. This crisp and qua able quencher is Mount Hood hops for a balanced bitterness and mild pitch-perfect for game days at Breese Stevens field or floral/spicy character. Good things come in multiples! wherever your Flock takes you. 28 IBUs 6.7% abv Brewed in collaboration with Forward Madison and The Flock, a portion of the proceeds (Battlestar) Galaxica IPA will be donated in support of the Flock soccer fund which uses soccer Here's a fresh new taste from our Hop Flex series, as a vehicle to e ect positive social showcasing two amazingly aromatic world hops- change in our community. FlOCK Callista (Germany) and Galaxy (Australia)- joining forces SOCCER FOundatiOn for maximum juicy fruit expressions of passionfruit, 40 IBUs 5.4% abv blackberry, mandarin and peach. Mild peppery spice notes and a dry saison finish complement and help support the heady hop cocktail. Whaddya Say Bro Hazy IPA 45 IBUs 7.0% abv Here's a single hop hazy IPA brewed exclusively with Sabro hops, whose distinctive aromatics abound with Bob's Yer pineapple, tangerine, and apricot fruitiness, plus Munich-style Dark suggestions of coconut, mint, and cedar. What's a brewer do when there's suddenly a lot of free We kept the brewing malts light, time? Work on new brews, of course! This dunkel clean, and simple to really let this boasts a rich array of bready, toasty German malts, hoppy wunderkind shine. accented with a touch of spicy, floral Wisconsin-grown 55 IBUs 5.9% abv Sterling hops. Cool fermented for a full 6 weeks for exceptional smoothness and a crisp finish. There you have it! Sauk Ness Monster 22 IBUs 5.1% abv Scottish-style Strong Ale Jinja Ninja Spiced Double Witbier We brew a line of custom for our Sauk City VBC Our spelt-based, ginger-laced amber double witbier location which rarely pop up in Madison. This classic is full of ancient grain wisdom & armed with a zesty Scottish-style 'Wee Heavy' strong ale expresses deep fresh ginger kick. Jinja Ninja is here to vanquish caramel and to ee richness with a subtle hint of roasted the foe- beer boredom! barley. Limited release in West Madison! 10 IBUs 7.3% abv 24 IBUs 7.7% abv Seasonal&Rotating Brews

Mach Schnell! RhuBix Cubicle Sour Ale with Fruit Crafted with Wisconsin barley and locally-grown Presently puzzled? Perpetually perplexed? Perhaps German pedigree hops, this crisp and classic lager this calls for a drink outside the box. Here's a mixed honors Old World tradition with local bounty. culture custom-blend fruited sour ale with a bright An American pilsner with a German accent! flourish of rhubarb and strawberry. Pleasantly 32 IBUs 5.5% abv puckering. Pure pleasure. 16 IBUs 6.0% abv Hibiscus Saison Belgian-style Better O Red Hopped-up American Red Ale Inspired by the spice markets of Egypt, our re-invention of a traditional Belgian- style farmhouse ale is brewed Brewed with a careful blend of American malts and six with hibiscus flower petals. Mildly tart and bright pink, types of hops that vie for attention in a high- flying with fruity suggestions of berries and cherry, Hibiscus balancing act. Ask any Badger...you’re better o red. Saison finishes dry, crisp & champagne-like. 45 IBUs 6.6% abv 22 IBUs 6.3% abv Silver Medal - 2016 Great American Beer Festival®

Vapour Trail Hazy IPA Citra Zen Pale Ale Pillowy soft hazy India pale ale with lilting hop aromas Tropical and citrus fruit hop aromas abound in this of passionfruit, white grape and mandarin. An American-style pale ale, bursting with blissful Citra and international hop joyride. Centennial hops. 45 IBUs 7.4% abv 55 IBUs 6.4% abv Butternut Road Bomb Berg Smoked Amber Lager Flavorful American-style brown ale with malty notes Medium-bodied Bavarian-style smoked amber lager of to ee, chocolate, and hazelnut and mild citrus hop brewed with rich Munich malts and a dash of Bamberg's aromas. Named for a beautiful stretch of meandering famous beechwood smoked barley, for a robust and country road which some of us think of as home. savory flavor that'll have you thinking...Bacon? Great 35 IBUs 6.4% abv companion with a burger, and divine with VBC Strogano . Hazy IIIPA 25 IBUs 6.0% abv Medusa Venture into mythical realms where a Hazy triple IPA, bursting with enigmatic Medusa hops lures with a Trepidation... Belgian-style Abbey ale beguiling multi-headed aromatic attack with intense The “big brother” in our Abbey ale family. Subtle flavors guava, delicate apricot and honeydew, of mandarin, pepper, tropical fruit, & vanilla are fused in dank cannabis and may yet a gently warming alcohol heat. Sinfully smooth for its turn you to stone. towering strength. 62 IBUs 9.0% abv 21 IBUs 10.7% abv

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late to the party Hollywood Nights GF Coconut Cheesecake Tart ALT Brew 5.5% abv Locally brewed gluten-free Blonde IPA Go Man Go Artisan Cider GF Mershon's Cidery Mango IPA Local craft cider from fresh-pressed apple 6.3% abv and wildflower honey Mystic Berry GF Mershon's Cidery Barrel-Aged Artisan cider with fresh raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries added at the Limited Releases end of fermentation Lemongrass Ginger Kombucha GF Port BA Dedication 2019 Nessalla Local craft-brewed kombucha Our gold medal winning abbey Dubbel, aged 11 months in former tawny port wine barrels. A decadent melange of spicy oak, sweet/tart fruit and gracefully evolved year-old Belgian strong ale. Double IPA 10 year anniversary release ~10.5% abv Giant Jones Brewing Co Certified organic Rye BA Max Stout ‘18 double international From deep in the barrel archives, this spirited version pale ale with New Zealand Taiheke hops of our Russian Imperial Stout aged 18 months in (Served in 10 oz. glass) rye whiskey barrels from Kentucky's Heaven Hill 9.3% abv distillery. ~10.7% abv

Scotch Rocket Available in: Our smooth, rich and fortifying ▶ CROWLER 32 oz fresh cans 'Wee Heavy' Scotch ale gets revved up after 4 years in brandy barrels from Madison's Old ▶ GROWLER 1/2 gal fresh jugs Sugar Distillery. Caution: this saucy little thrill-ride may get you there quickly! ~10.0% abv ▶ PACK 12 oz cans (select varieties) ▶ BOMBER 22 oz bottles (limited-release only) ▶ KEGS 5 gal or 15.5 gal Our Beer to Go (selections limited & keg reservations required)