Last weekend, amid bouts of rain, we tasted Griffin Hill's latest test batch with some friends and family on top of our hill. The beer? A British-style mild with a twist. The twist? A grain bill consisting of barley, wheat, rye and oats, all grown in New York State. Cask-conditioned, this mild poured smooth, creamy, and full of complex malty goodness. It's a testament to the quality and versatility of NY ingredients- and a tasty expression of Saul's brewing adventures in the UK.
Saul with his pride and joy
Minty and Saul
The afternoon started off with a side-by-side tasting of Minty and Saul's milds. Both wonderful!
Bob and Fran coming up the hill with goodies
Beer selection expands
Jonas brought over some of his Tangerine IPA. Incredible! Such brewing talent we have here in Syracuse.
Brenda, Carol, and Andrew
Carol chasing frisbee
Ominous Cloud
Self-portrait under tarp in rain
Fire pit, forsaken
Na arrives in the misty evening
Rainbow
Faintly visible above the valley