ORGANIC DREAD BROWN ALE WINS GOLD MEDAL

July 02, 2006 - SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA - ORGANIC DREAD BROWN ALE WINS GOLD MEDAL and 1st PLACE in DIVISION OF AMERICAN BROWN ALES, CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR. This is the first ale by brewster, Emily Thomas, co-owner of Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing. Thomas brewed up her first batch of brown ale in the bathtub of her college apartment almost ten years ago. Now she is brewing up thousands of gallons at the brewery with husband, Chad Brill and brother, Nick Thomas. Dread Brown Ale has been certified organic by CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers). The ebony appearance of the Dread Brown Ale gives the illusion of being a porter or stout. Don't be deceived. This is definitely a brown ale. The aroma is roasted coffee intermingled with freshly baked bread, and a hint of cardamom. Don't be alarmed. This beer doesn't have any of those wacky ingredients in it; just organic barley, organic hops and water. The mouthfeel is surprisingly light and crisp but finishes with a bite. The balanced flavors of the Dread Brown Ale create a subtle fluidity of sweet, roasted, and crisp. Organic Dread Brown Ale is available in 22 ounce bottles. About Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing is located in the Swift Street Courtyard, 402 Ingalls Street, Santa Cruz, California. They have tasting hours at the brewery Friday thru Sunday, 1:30 - 5:30pm. All of their beers are available for sale at the brewery in 22 ounce bottles, half gallon growlers, or five gallon kegs. The phone number is (831) 425 - 4900 and website is www.santacruzmountainbrewing.com. For pictures, media downloads, etc. contact emily@santacruzmountainbrewing.com.

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