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Foothills Brewing President & Co-Founder Jamie Bartholomaus Talks Hoppyum IPA
BC: Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
Brewmaster TL Adkisson.
BC: What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
Aroma of the Simcoe hops.
BC: Where does this beer’s name come from?
It’s yummy hoppy beer!
BC: Is this your “desert island beer?”
Most definitely.
BC: Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
East Coast IPA, heavy Simcoe hop profile with subtle malts.
BC: Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
We originally spelled the name ‘Hopium’ – it was approved by the state of North Carolina but not TTB because it had the word ‘opium’ in it.
BC: What's a good food pairing for this beer?
Anything spicy – Mexican, Thai, good barbecue.
