Varietal Brewing and Dockside Cannabis have come together to create a unique beer called “Nug Jug,” which celebrates the aroma of cannabis without containing any THC. This new beer is made with hops that have the same terpene profile, smell, and taste as the widely known “Dutch Treat” cannabis strain, which has a hazy, eucalyptus aroma litered with fruity undertones.
The idea for Nug Jug came about when Chris from Varietal Brewing, who was working on a business plan in Eastern, WA with his partners, floated the idea of a weed-focused beer that contained no cannabis. Living and working in the heart of Yakima, the largest hop growing region in the world, Chris spent a lot of time doing sensory analysis with the great diversity of varieties. Chris’s idea was that the nuances of a weed strain could be replicated in a beer using hops, and that the perfect partner in a project like this would be the people who know and smell these strains regularly.
Members of the both Varietal Brewing and Dockside Cannabis joined forces and spent several hours smelling, describing, and discussing the aromatic qualities of both hops and cannabis. They landed on the strain they wanted to celebrate: Dutch Treat, due to its classic piney, resinous cannabis profile and punchy fruitiness. After several trial batches, a hazy IPA was selected for the base, using a yeast hop strain that pushes fruit esters, and a malt base that would present dry but enough body to remain chewy. Nug Jug IPA is culmination of 20+ years of friendship and cross-industry collaboration.
Nug Jug
Nug Jug is intended to be enjoyed in connection with friends, the same way it was created. Dockside and Varietal Brewing hope that this drink will appeal to both cannabis enthusiasts and beer lovers alike and that this collaboration is a testament to the growing acceptance of cannabis in mainstream culture.
To celebrate 4/20 and the release of Nug Jug, you can grab a pint at Brouwer’s or a can at Add-a-Ball Arcade in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle. If you’re not in Seattle, you can visit Bill’s Tavern in Yakima, WA for a Nug Jug celebration.
Nug Jug is available on tap at various locations in Seattle, including Latona Pub in the Fremont neighborhood, Broadview Tap House in the Broadview neighborhood, and Trailbend Taproom in the Ballard neighborhood. You can also find Nug Jug in a can at Chuck’s Hop Shop in the Central District neighborhood and Full Throttle Bottles in the Georgetown neighborhood.
Also Read Our Interview With Dockside Co-Founder Aaron Varney
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