The Beers

Gold Hill Brewery produces classic beer in traditional styles. Using traditional methods, the beers reflect the flavor and aroma that is desirable in that “perfect pint.” Whether you enjoy a rich and malty Scotch Ale or a bright, hoppy IPA, Gold Hill Brewery provides an enjoyable visit for every palate.

Taster tray $14.95 · Pint $7.00 · Growler $30.00, refill $23.00

49’er Red — American Amber

Known simply as Red Ales in some regions, these beers were popularized in hop-loving Northern California and the Pacific Northwest before spreading nationwide. Medium, full-body ale, with a soft malty sweetness, followed by moderate caramel flavors. Late-hop additions give that distinct West Coast hop aroma and flavor. Best Red Ale in California, Honorable Mention — California State Fair, 2011.

Gold Strike Light

A light-bodied, refreshing ale that’s smooth, crisp, and easy to enjoy. Brewed for those who appreciate a lighter beer without sacrificing the character of a handcrafted ale. Clean and refreshing from the first sip to the last, it’s an easy choice for a warm afternoon at Gold Hill.

Boomtown IPA — American IPA

An American version of the historical English style, brewed using American ingredients and attitude. Boomtown IPA is brewed with Nugget, Zythos, Columbus, and Chinook hops. It is well-balanced between malt and hops with a fresh hop aroma of citrus and pine, and subtle tropical fruit notes in the background. These same characteristics come through in the flavor, balanced by a light malt character to let the hops shine through. After all, this is a West Coast IPA.

Gold Trail Pale Ale — American Pale Ale

Originally a draft-style ale, served very fresh under no pressure (gravity or hand pump only), at cellar temperatures. English pale ales were first brewed around the start of the 20th century and became widespread once brewers understood how to use crystal malts to add fullness and roundness to the palate. This beer has a nice up-front maltiness followed by a clean, dry finish. Hops include the familiar Cascade, for a citrusy West Coast twist, combined with a generous addition of traditional English Fuggles, for an earthy/floral balance.

Old Miner’s Scotch — Scottish Export 80/+

A traditional Scottish session beer with less hops than its English counterparts; malt is the predominant flavor in this old-world beer. Long, cool fermentations are used in Scottish brewing to create a clean malty beer. The malt-hop balance is tilted toward the malt side, with enjoyable caramel/toffee notes that come from kettle caramelization, induced by a lengthy boil, and not the commonly used caramel malts.

Hank’s Porter — Brown Porter

Originating in England, porter evolved from a blend of beers known as “Entire.” A precursor to stout, this beer is said to have been favored by porters and other physical laborers of 19th-century England. A medium-body dark beer with an enjoyable chocolate quality, complemented by rich coffee flavors and nutty overtones. Hank’s Porter, named for the founder of Gold Hill Brewery, offers a surprisingly dry finish, making it as easy drinking on a warm summer day as a cool winter evening.