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14482 Big Basin Way
Historic Downtown Saratoga, CA    (MAP & Hours)

 

 

 

 

 
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Currently we are serving:

Pure Beer Beer made in the style of Bavarian Purity Law:


Nothing but barley, hops, water and yeast.


Later, the law was updated to include other grains. Those beers that meet the moder definition, but not the earlier, are marked with an asterisk ("*")

Always On Tap

"Dirty"
Blonde Ale


ABV: 5.4%
IBU: 26

A light, crisp, Summery beer with just a bit of sass. Gently bittered and dry-hopped (or, as we like to call it, "cold hopped") with a subtle citrusy Cascade, the sweeter malt flavors really shine through.
✔️
"Jefferson"
American Pale Ale


ABV 5.7%
IBU: 75

An easy-drinking Pale Ale with a good bite, but lightly attenuated for plenty of that malty, beery flavor. Good ol' American Cascade adds a subtle citrus note.


Blends nicely into a shandy, if you're looking for a session beer.

✔️
"Leftenant Pepper's"
English IPA


ABV: 5%
IBU: 65

More evenly balanced than its American counterparts, this delicious blend of Autumn-sown barley -- together with our special blend of old world malts and hops that range from UK to Czechoslovakia in origin -- results in a full-bodied and well balanced IPA full of English flavor with a little black-pepper on the back end. We think you'll like it.

*

"Pretty Purple"
Porter (#5)


ABV: 5%
IBU: 20

Full of body, with a soft mouth feel, this solid, dependable porter has barely a hint of toasted chocolate. A family favorite since its inception, this is the 5th refinement ("#5") of the brewmaster's favorite recipe of his favorite style.


Darned-good stuff, if we say so, ourselves! (Also, it's not really purple!)

✔️
"Fur of the Cat"
West Coast IPA


ABV: 6.1%
IBU: 66


Crisp and hard-hitting, but with a smooth aftertaste. Not quite as "in your face" as some WC-IPAs, but plenty bold enough to hold up against any challenger.

✔️

Often on tap


(We do our best, but these beers take time!)
Porter
~RESERVE~

   (NITRO)


ABV: 8.6%
IBU: 20


That same delicious Pretty Purple Porter that everyone loves, aged in a Wayward Bourbon barrel (from Venus Spirits, Santa Cruz).


We didn't think PPP could get any better but then... WOW!

✔️

Rotating taps -- when it's gone, its gone!


Beer styles through which we're working.
"Nut-brown fem-ale"
Brown Ale


ABV: 4.9%
IBU: 40

Fem-ale captures the essence of the style without using nuts; it has a smooth, velvety texture with subtle nutty undertones. Brewed with nuttily-roasted grains and traditional techniques, it offers a cozy flavor while remaining safe for those with allergies.
✔️
"Transformation"
German Helles


ABV: 5.1%
IBU: 18

This heavenly delight is as light as it is refreshing. Brewed in the tradition of Bavarian masters, this golden lager boasts a delicate balance of malt and hops, with a crisp, clean finish. Raise your glass and praise the Beer On High. Prost!
"Ghost Pepper *SPICY*"
Red Ale


ABV: 6.0%-ish
IBU: 60

A tantalizing concoction combining the smooth richness of American-style red ale with the bang of habanero and ghost peppers. Caramel malt sweetness blend with the spice of fiery peppers, creating an ale that won't knock you down, but definitely carries some heat.


Delicious on its own, or use it as a base for Bloody Mary or other spicy cocktails.

"Fur of the Tiger"
Double IPA


ABV: 8.4%
IBU: 99

"The smoothest 99 IBUs you'll ever drink", this beautiful, amber double IPA blends new-world hops that add a full, robust flavor without overpowering bitterness. Using a carefully selected blend of traditional and engineered American hops, the flavor develops on the palate, evolving through soft hints of citrus, pine, stone fruit and more, in a pleasant bouquet that unfolds in a delicious cascade of pure beer goodness.
✔️
Norbecker
American Pilsner


ABV: 5.0%
IBU: 15


Hand crafted by Artesians from the Sky Blue Waters of Saratoga's Pure Mountain Springs, this Red, White & Blue All-American pilsner is as refreshing as it is cold! Less Filling, yet it Tastes Great whether we pour it from the tap or you Take It In The Can. You can't buy a better beer!


Norbecker Pilsner: If You're Tough Enough!

✔️
Sassafras Tea
Hard Root Beer


ABV: 6.9
IBU: 9


An adult version of your favorite root beer that harkens back to the cherished flavors of yesteryear. Brewed with sassparilla root, this spirited libation tastes of craftsmanship, adventure, and intrigue. The enduring magic of homemade refreshments from bygone times comes through with every sip. <Clink!> "Here's to the simple pleasures!"


"Make it a float" with Marianne's Vanilla Bean ice cream!

"Gentlefolk's Grandeur"
English Barleywine

   (NITRO)


ABV: 8.2%
IBU: 40

An exquisite ale that embodies the essence of kindred spirits and warm camaraderie. Velvety, boasting a rich tapestry of caramel and toffee notes, enveloping your palate in a luscious symphony of flavors.


Cheers to shared moments and the extraordinary taste of benevolence.

✔️

In the fermentor,
Aging, conditioning, & etc.

Release Date
"Galant Ploughman"
Bière de Garde


A deep ruby-red French-Belgian style that literally translates to "beer for keeping".


Mid-April
2025
~RESERVE~


The 2024 will likely run out early this year, but the 2025 is back there, in the barrel, aging.


Late Autumn 2025

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