Seven New Arrivals at The Birch: Tart, Dark, Hoppy & Bright
The board has been filling up with some genuinely interesting new arrivals.
There is something tart and spicy, something dark enough to linger over, a pair of crisp lagers, a cozy Belgian winter beer and a Red IPA with wonderfully old-school hop character. In other words: plenty of reasons to come curious.
Here is what is new at The Birch.
Mezcla Frambuesa — Alesong × Xicha Brewing
Tart Ale · 9.4% ABV · Draft
Inspired by a spicy raspberry margarita, Mezcla Frambuesa is fermented with Oregon raspberries and aged in añejo tequila barrels. Fire-roasted jalapeños bring just enough warmth to balance its fresh berry character.
Expect something sweet, tart and gently spicy—with a vivid crimson pour that looks every bit as interesting as it tastes.
Cherry Decadence — Alesong
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Oatmeal Stout · 14.2% ABV · Bottle Pour
Cherry Decadence begins as an imperial oatmeal stout, rests in bourbon barrels and is finished with dried cherries and vanilla beans.
It is rich, dark and luxurious: the sort of beer to order by the glass and take your time with.
Whole Cone Fest Märzen — Halfway Crooks
Hopfen Lager · 5.4% ABV · Draft
Whole Cone Fest takes a malt-forward Märzen and gives it a more vibrant hop profile through the use of whole-cone hops.
The result keeps everything we want from the style—toastiness, balance and easy drinkability—while adding a fresh, lively hop character. Festbier season, Birch-style.
Yuzu Nama Biiru — Japas Cervejaria
Japanese Rice Lager · 4.9% ABV · Draft
Nama biiru means “live” or fresh beer in Japanese, and this lager is designed to capture that bright, just-poured feeling.
It is light, dry and crisp, with Sorachi Ace and Lemondrop hops plus a refreshing touch of yuzu. This is the one for anyone looking for something delicate, citrusy and very easy to drink.
N’Ice Chouffe — Brasserie d’Achouffe
Belgian Winter Beer · 10% ABV
N’Ice Chouffe is a powerful dark-brown Belgian winter beer with warming notes of thyme and orange peel.
It is spicy, fruity and unapologetically cozy—even if Norfolk has not quite committed to winter yet.
Youngblood — The Veil Brewing Co.
West Coast Red IPA · 6.3% ABV
Youngblood is The Veil’s reimagining of its former Yung Blud label, this time as a West Coast-inspired Red IPA.
A biscuity malt base and subtle caramel notes meet assertive Columbus, Cascade and Mosaic hops. Look for grapefruit pith, peach skin, pine and plenty of dank, old-school American hop character.
Pizza Night — Field Recordings
Chillable Gamay Noir · Central Coast, California
Despite the name, this one is wine—and it is quite literally made for pizza night.
Field Recordings Pizza Night is a bright, juicy red with fresh cherry, strawberry, soft tannins and lively acidity. Serve it with a slight chill and let it do exactly what it was designed to do: cut through melted cheese, tomato sauce and all the good things that belong on a pizza.
It is an easygoing choice for wine drinkers, beer drinkers looking for a change of pace and anyone arriving at The Birch with pizza on the brain.
What Should You Try First?
That depends on what sounds good today.
- Tart and adventurous: Mezcla Frambuesa
- Dark and decadent: Cherry Decadence
- Toasty and balanced: Whole Cone Fest Märzen
- Crisp and citrusy: Yuzu Nama Biiru
- Cozy and spiced: N’Ice Chouffe
- Hoppy and old-school: Youngblood
- Juicy, chillable and ready for pizza: Field Recordings Pizza Night
Come curious. Try something new.
The Birch is located in Chelsea, Norfolk. Availability changes as kegs kick and bottles sell, so stop in while these are on the list!
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