Montauk Winter Seasonals 2023: Brews Against the Cold

Montauk Winter Seasonals 2023

As the icy fingers of winter grasp the cobblestone streets of New York, a warm glow beckons from the eastern shores—a beacon of comfort from the Montauk Brewing Company. In a collaboration as masterful as a well-curated playlist for a road trip up the coast, the partnership between the chill masters at Montauk Brewing and the cannabis virtuosos of Tilray Brands has birthed a pair of brews so cozy, you might just forget the chill nipping at your nose. Ladies and gents, brace your taste buds for the boldness of Cold Day IPA and the homely embrace of Driftwood Ale—the heroes of the winter seasonal beers lineup.

The ‘Hoppy’ Warming Trend: Embracing Cold Day IPA

Unlike your uncle’s twelve-minute-long hug, the Cold Day IPA is exactly the kind of warm embrace you won’t mind this winter season. With a cheeky 6.7% ABV, it is a slightly hazy concoction brimming with the kind of crispness that brings back memories of your first snowball fight. The juicy notes of citrus hit you with the refreshing zest of a winter morning while the Strata and Amarillo hops add a piney backdrop, evoking the scent of a forest after the first frost. This India Pale Ale packs in enough tropical fruit aromas to make you daydream about summer, all while respectfully nodding to the blustery season at hand.

Malt Meets Hearth: Savoring Driftwood Ale

In the world of winter seasonals, the Driftwood Ale stands tall with a dignified 6% ABV, throwing back to the good ol’ English Pale Ale days. Its robust, malty flavor is a tapestry of toasty delights, with undercurrents of nutty whispers and biscuit winks—an ale with enough character to keep company with a roaring fireplace or stand alongside the heartiest of winter fares. Each sip is a reminder that winter is not just coming; it’s here, and it has brought one heck of a drinkable postcard from Montauk.

A Toast to Simplicity: The Brewing Philosophy

Now, let’s pour one out for Montauk’s brewing ethos, which could be summed up as “complexity, shmomplexity.” They’re all about crafting beers that don’t require a Ph.D. in hop varietals to enjoy. The Cold Day IPA, a fan-favorite returns to the stage every winter by popular demand, and boy does it know how to make an entrance. As for Driftwood Ale, it’s like that friend who always brings the best snacks to the party—reliable, satisfying, and always invited. Vaughan Cutillo, the Co-Founder with a flair for marketing at Montauk Brewing, tips his hat to these seasonal classics, acknowledging their role in tackling the daunting cold Montauk winters.

Montauk’s Journey from Surf to Sip

Now gather ’round, folks, as we recount the tale of how Montauk Brewing Company splashed onto the scene. Founded in 2012 by a trio of buddies who probably spent just as much time debating hops as catching waves, they rode the swell to become—drumroll, please—the #1 splash-hit craft brewery in the Metro New York seascape. Along the sandy path, the brand joined forces with Tilray Brands, a company that’s not just about crafting cannabis experiences but also about literally planting seeds for a global community vibe.

When you’re not buried under a pile of knitted scarves, take a jaunt to their famed ‘Brew Barn’—a treasure chest of fresh beer, just a stone’s throw from where the foam kisses the shore in downtown Montauk. It’s an invitation to where it all began, a reminder that they never strayed too far from their surfside roots, even as they joined the Tilray family tree.

Roll Call of Beer Excellence: Tilray Brands

Tilray Brands, Montauk’s parent company, might just be the Gandalf of the cannabis and consumer packaged goods realm—they’re about as global as your favorite coffee chain, and twice as invigorating. Their green-thumbed touch extends from Canada to the far reaches of Australia, propping up over 20 brands in more than 20 nations. They’re on a mission not just to make a dent in their industry, but to leave it looking like a beautiful thumbprint of innovation and trust.

Guiding the Sip: Forward-Thinking

Like any good navigator, Montauk and Tilray don’t just stare at the map—they chart their course with an eye on the unexplored, leaving room for spontaneity (and maybe a couple of detours to check out that cool roadside attraction called ‘innovation’). These forward-looking statements they make are not just lofty promises tossed into the winter wind; they’re etched in the ledger of future commitments, a to-do list for trailblazers.

Championing Change: A Solid Crew

So who’s at the helm of this ship? Well, there’s SweetWater Brewing Company spreading the good word with a casual strum of the six-string. Then you’ve got Tilray’s media relations pro, Berrin Noorata, who’s dishing out updates with a side of pizzazz. And let’s not forget Raphael Gross, overseeing the treasure chest and making sure investors are as cozy as kittens with the numbers.

Now that you’re all filled in, charge your glasses high and let’s salute to the undertow of creativity and joy that Montauk Winter Seasonals 2023 serves up. Cheers to a frosty season warmed by the kinship of good beer and greater companies!

Remember: when the winds of winter whistle through your windows, seek solace in a can of Montauk magic. Oh, and for Pete’s sake, wear a sweater—nobody brews a beer that can button up your coat for you (yet).