Long summer days deserve an easy drinking beer. Lemon Daydream Blonde Ale from Elysian Brewing is the bright, refreshing beer that brings big flavor in every sip.
During warmer weather, many beer drinkers turn to shandies, radlers, and other light lagers. While those easy drinking beers can go down quickly, the flavors can be a little light in comparison to those bold, hoppy IPAs that some beer drinkers enjoy.
While Elysian Brewing is king of the pumpkin beers, the brewery is always looking to innovate and push the envelope with flavor. Even with lighter, easy drinking beers, it is possible to be flavor forward.
Speaking about the summer release, Lemon Daydream Blonde Ale, Brian Wold, Innovation Brewer at Elysian Brewing, “For our seasonal Summer release, we set out to create an easy-drinking ale that captures the essence of summer. The consumer demand for ales is growing, so we wanted to move beyond the typical summer lager with a sessionable brew that is refreshing, well-balanced and offers a burst of citrus character.”
As the name states, the bright, zesty lemon note is front and center. The Meyer lemon flavor is crisp, yet it does not overshadow the hoppy quality of the beer. With a touch of honey for sweetness, the aroma instantly awakens the palate to the anticipation of that first sip.
Overall, the ale has a smoothness which makes it quite inviting. Just like a refreshing glass of lemonade on a hot day, it goes down easy.
It is smart for Elysian to add this summer ale to its lineup. While the beer brand has seen a great response to its Space Dust line expansion and other hop-forward offerings, it is vital to offer a lighter options for warmer months. Some people enjoy having more than one beverage on a warm day.
Thinking about this beer, it would be well paired with any classic summer food. From a hearty burger to brats to even some smoky ribs straight off the fire, this summer ale has tremendous versatility.
The Lemon Daydream Blonde Ale weighs in at 4.9% ABV. 12 oz cans and bottles are available in California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Additionally, it can be found at Elysian Brewing’s taprooms and other spots that pour the beer brand.