Big Wave Golden Ale

Available year-round

Big Wave is a lighter-bodied golden ale with a tropical hop aroma and flavor—smooth, easy-drinking, and refreshing. The use of caramel malt contributes to the golden hue of this beer, and our special blend of hops provides a bright, quenching finish that makes it a struggle to not grab another one.

Origin story

Catch a wave

The waves in Hawaii are legendary. In the winter months, the island’s north and west coasts see big waves that often climb to 40 feet, with huge curls of white water breaking offshore. This is just one reason why surfers, bodyboarders, paddlers, and those of us just willing to watch from the beach make this pilgrimage.

Brewers notes
BITTERNESS
21 IBU
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
4.4%
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
10.3° P
MALTS
Pale 2 Row Premium, Caramel 20
HOPS
Galaxy, Citra
FOOD PAIRINGS
Big Wave’s lighter body and bright hop aroma and taste make it a natural choice to enjoy with seafood, poultry, salads, and light pasta dishes.
NUTRITIONAL INFO
ABV% 4.40 | Calories 132 | Carbs (grams) 10.0 | Protein (grams) 1.46 | Fat (grams) 0 | Sodium (mg) 9.19
2019 SILVER MEDAL
Session Beer, Best of Craft Beer Awards
2016 GOLD MEDAL
Light Ale Category, North American Beer Awards
2016 SILVER MEDAL
Golden/Blonde Ale Category, Can Can Awards
2016 SILVER MEDAL
Blonde Ale Category, Best of Craft Beer Awards
2016 SILVER MEDAL
Blonde/Golden Ale Category, International Craft Award Competition
2015 GOLD MEDAL
Light Ale/Golden Category, Great International Beer and Cider Competition
2014 GOLD MEDAL
Light Ale Category, North American Brewers Association
2014 BRONZE MEDAL
Session Beer Category, US Open Beer Championship
2013 GOLD MEDAL
Session Beer Category, US Open Beer Championship
2011 BRONZE MEDAL
Blonde or Golden Ale Category, North American Beer Awards