altar’d state - belgian ipa

Faith and spirituality are highly personal and individual matters. Everyone practices their religion in their own way. While some visit a church, mosque, or synagogue to pray, others are drawn to nature. They find peace and contemplation deep in the forest, on the surface of the sea or a lake, on a mountaintop, or in the tall grass of a summer meadow. Some of us have fixed rituals, while others are in constant and unforced communication with their deity. The wonder and beauty of creation are found in the smallest things: in the perfection of a snail shell, in the complex functionality of an ant colony, in the brilliance of a sunrise, or in the golden amber of a subtly composed piece of brewing music.

One brew that leaves us in awe is Altar'd State from Vocation Brewery. This India Pale Ale is inspired by the masterful beers of Belgium and combines their robust character and refined spiciness with the hoppy richness of a modern IPA.

Altar'd State is fermented with Belgian yeast. This special ingredient delivers notes of ripe banana, hints of pear, and a touch of fiery clove – an intense aromatic profile that pairs perfectly with the hops of Amarillo, Pacifica, and Mosaic. Vocations Braustück is a crisp, easy-drinking, slightly spicy beer with flavors of grapefruit, marmalade, mango, banana, and warm spices.