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sassafras lager

Sassafras Lager is a light pilsner-style beer featuring a crisp, clean profile with subtle citrus notes derived from locally sourced sassafras leaves used during the boil. The aroma presents delicate herbal and bright citrus hints, while the flavor maintains a refreshing balance of light malt sweetness and a mildly zesty finish. At 4.2% ABV, this lager offers an easy-drinking character with a smooth, bright finish that highlights the unique sassafras contribution without overpowering the traditional pilsner base.

pilsner-style lager • 4.2% ABV

Brewed By Scratch Brewing Company

Ava, Illinois

For visitors seeking beer in Ava, the experience is rural from the start. Scratch Brewing Company operates on 20 acres of wooded land, and its small tasting room is tied closely to what grows or can…

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