Jersey Girl Brewing Co. Head Brewer Vince DesRosiers Talks King Gambrinus

We spoke with Jersey Girl Brewing Co. Head Brewer Vince DesRosiers about King Gambrinus.

BC: Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
The King Gambrinus recipe is a variation of a Belgian Tripel that Bob Barrar from 2SP Brewing Co. taught me how to brew about 13 years ago.
 
BC: What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
I really enjoy the banana character that we deliver in our King Gambrinus. I think this beer is a true representation of a traditional Belgian Tripel. 
 
BC: Where does this beer’s name come from?
King Gambrinus is a European myth and legend who is found in different stories with different names. In most of these stories, he can drink vast amounts of beer. His character is so legendary that often he gets credited as a “patron saint.”
 
BC: Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Traditional Belgian Tripel. Banana, cloves, malt backbone sweetness, warming alcohol.
 
BC: What's a good food pairing for this beer?
Vanilla ice cream with some fresh basil. Don’t knock until you try it. It’s one of my favorite pairings ever.

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