Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales is a craft brewery based in Dexter, Michigan, United States. It was founded in 2004 by Ron Jeffries, who is also the head brewer. The brewery is known for its unique and innovative approach to brewing, specializing in sour and barrel-aged beers.

History

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales was established in 2004 with the aim of creating beers that are both complex and flavorful. Ron Jeffries, a former microbiologist, combined his passion for brewing with his scientific background to create a brewery that focuses on wild fermentation and barrel aging.

Beers

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales offers a wide range of beers, with a particular emphasis on sour and barrel-aged styles. Some of their popular beers include:

• La Roja - A sour amber ale with notes of tart cherries and oak.
• Oro de Calabaza - A golden ale aged in oak barrels, with flavors of citrus and spice.
• Bam Bière - A farmhouse ale brewed with wild yeast, resulting in a dry and funky beer.
• Calabaza Blanca - A Belgian-style witbier brewed with spices and aged in oak barrels.

Brewery Locations

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales operates multiple brewery locations in Michigan. These include:

• Dexter - The original brewery and taproom, located in Dexter, Michigan.
• Ann Arbor - A second location in Ann Arbor, Michigan, featuring a taproom and kitchen.
• Detroit - The newest addition to the Jolly Pumpkin family, located in Detroit, Michigan.

Awards and Recognition

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales has received numerous awards and recognition for their beers. Some notable achievements include:

• Gold Medal at the Great American Beer Festival for their beer La Roja in the Belgian-Style Flanders Oud Bruin or Oud Red Ale category.
• Silver Medal at the World Beer Cup for their beer Oro de Calabaza in the Belgian-Style Pale Strong Ale category.