Small Gods X Baylands
BEER // The lemon. Simultaneously exotic and commonplace. Its origin and parentage are unknown but humans have cultivated and prized this unique citrus for two millennia in medicine, decoration, religion and the kitchen. The concept behind this beer was to showcase that most marvellous fruit alongside complimentary Lemongrass hops atop a very light malt profile. Alongside lashings of lemon juice, we added oats and wheat to the pilsner malt to give the beer a full, soft mouthfeel without adding malt flavours. Consider The Common Lemon has low bitterness but with some pithy tart zesty notes. We think it's a refreshing, quaffable and rather unique ale.
COLLABORATOR // Baylands. After 22 years working in IT, Aidan decided to follow his passion for beer and started brewing commercially in his double garage on Baylands Drive. He partnered up with with his friend (and former colleague) Steve and the rest is history. From their start in 2012, their beers quickly gained a following and with more than a few awards. They've scaled up a couple of times since then and the brewery is now based in Petone along with a tasting room where you can sample all their latest brews.
BREWERY // Small Gods & Baylands
BEER // Consider The Common Lemon
STYLE // Unfiltered Pale Ale
ORIGIN // Petone
ABV // 6%
TEMPERATURE // Cool- 7-9C
FOOD MATCH // Pad Thai. Smoked Salmon Tartine. Salami Pizza. Meringue
VESSEL // IPA Glass