She came to us with the proverbial fire in the belly about beer. About love. About brewing. About learning. We snapped her up to work the front of the house & back of the house in what’s referred to as the cellar. And she took to it all like a duck to water, and if you know us, you know we love our ducks!
Cicerone Beer Server? Check! Brewing class at Wake Tech? Check! Promotion to brewer? CHECK!!!
Emily mastered our 7 barrel system as well as our 1 barrel pilot system. She proved herself as a fantastic recipe formulator, so when she suggested brewing a barrel aged Belgian Strong Ale, we told her to go for it!
The result is magical!
Moss Maiden’s Reverie is a bold, barrel-aged Belgian strong ale with a complex blend of flavors that gently pulls you into a daydream-like state. Aged in Fair Game whiskey barrels, it features smooth notes of vanilla, molasses, and oak, with the oak bringing to mind the quiet strength of old woodlands. Whiskey aroma and warmth come through clearly, adding depth without overpowering. The rich malt body is balanced by just enough hop bitterness to keep the finish dry and clean. A strong, smooth sipper that’s grounded, warming, and quietly transporting.
We are so excited to celebrate Emily’s first solo project and can’t wait for you all to taste it. Wonder what she’ll cook up next?