TABLE OF CONTENTS - Minnesota Craft Brewer's Guild

Hook & Ladder Brewing Co. - #37
Silver Spring, MD | www.hookandladderbeer.com
Hook and Ladder: An idea that began brewing in the kitchen of volunteer firefighter Rich Fleischer has evolved into one
of the country’s fastest-growing craft beers. Hook & Ladder Brewing Company, the Washington, D.C.-area missionbased
brewery founded by Rich and his business-minded brother, Matt, exemplifies the social entrepreneurship trend.
Hook & Ladder is succeeding through its founding commitment to provide an exceptional line of beer while giving back
to burned firefighters and burn survivors in communities across America and keeping donations local.
Brewmaster: Rick Fleischer
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Back Draft Brown
Full-bodied yet very smooth, this American brown ale is brewed with
specialty malts to give it a roasted flavor with a hint of chocolate and
balanced with just the right amount of cascade hops. A pleasant nutty
aroma is complemented by a beautiful brown color and a great hop
finish.
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Flashpoint Pale Ale
Slant this beer towards the hoppy side. The four varieties of hops used
(Centennial, Cascade, Amarillo and Columbus) provide an enticing
citrusy character. A clean malt profile supports the hop presentation,
yet the Victory special malt comes through to provide balance.
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