Bison Brewing Releases Seasonal Honey Basil Ale

June 24, 2009 - PRLog -- Berkeley, California -- Bison Brewing Company announced the release of its Honey Basil Ale, a seasonal Bison classic since 1994. The brewers infused this unique ale with organic honey and organic basil. Honey lends a hint of sweetness and rich aroma, while fresh organic basil, in lieu of finishing hops, infuses a slight herbal note and basil aftertaste—a perfectly refreshing brew for the dog days of summer.

Bison Brewing Company, which recently partnered with Mendocino Brewing Company in Ukiah, CA, continues its 20-year tradition of brewing and bottling its award winning line of organic beers.  Bison’s brewers include specialty ingredients to augment 4 primary ingredients: barley, hops, water, and yeast.  With like-minded maltsters, hop co-ops, and brewing partners, Bison is committed to artisanal brewing with only the finest ingredients; Bison’s distinction for consumers in today’s craft beer marketplace is organic certification and innovative use of ingredients to craft award winning, drinkable beers that people remember.

“Like my other specialty brews, this year’s Honey Basil Ale uses specialty ingredients judiciously – we don’t hit you over the head with the ingredients, but rather hint at it,” says Brewmaster Daniel Del Grande. “All our beers focus on drinkability and balance, so after finishing the bottle I leave you wanting another!  Some beers out there fatigue my palate; I like to enjoy a couple beers with food and friends.”

This year’s Honey Basil Ale is available in 12 ounce bottles, which retail for $7.99 per 4 pack. The company produced its first 2500 case batch. It’s now available in 4 of Bison’s 12 state distribution networks; it will be available most of the summer.

Bison Brewing Company welcomes sample requests from the media and leading food and beverage bloggers.

For more information, visit www.bisonbrew.com or call Daniel Del Grande, 510-812-5996.

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About Bison Brewing Company
Today, at age 20, Bison sells organic beer in 12 states (and growing). Brewer Del Grande explains his strategy: "Until we have the sales volume to finance construction of a new brewery, I rely on my 12 years of boots-on brewing experience in Berkeley to manage contract brewers. The mainstay of brewing is a 3 year contract with Mendocino Brewing Company in Ukiah, CA, another pioneer in the American craft beer movement. I got their facility certified organic to produce my brews, and now each batch matches my specifications and their quality remains high. I'm proud to call it MY beer as if I still brew each drop. I'm focused on selling as much organic beer as I can to make the leap to the next stage of Bison's life."