Entries by Brent Manning

RAK Brewing Co. – Deadstar

In collaboration with Guilford Hall Brewing, Deadstar showcases a clean, crisp backbone that lets hops take center stage. We dialed up the punch with Mosaic and Nectaron hops — a dynamic duo that delivers vibrant tropical fruit character with layers of juicy nectarine and citrus zest. Aromas of grapefruit and orange peel mingle with subtle resinous pine and floral notes, leading into a firm but balanced bitterness and a dry, refreshing finish. It’s a hop-forward celebration of classic West Coast IPA intensity with a modern fruit-driven edge.

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Fireforge Crafted Beer – Cult Rivalry

This beer is very hop-forward with notes of grapefruit, pine & resin. We brewed it with Southeastern-grown craft malts, including Riverbend Base Camp and Vienna malts, plus a generous dosage of old-school American “C” hops: Cascade, Centennial & Chinook. Yet, our overall approach to this West Coasty is new(ish)-school, focusing on honing a light malt backbone & dry finish to accentuate the hoppiness.

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Chattanooga Whiskey – Confluence Project – Vol. 1

For the inaugural release, both distilleries set out to make a whiskey neither had made before: a 100% wheated whiskey built on New Riff’s heirloom Red Turkey Wheat and shaped by Chattanooga’s signature High-Malt style.

Each Single Barrel in this release delivers its own distinct flavor profile, showcasing the unique character of the barrel it came from. As a collection, this release generally presents a bold and layered experience:

Nose: Clove,

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