Cadejo WAPA, Cadejo Brewing Company, San Salvador, El Salvador – Brewed by one of the few craft brewers in the country, WAPA is an acronym for Wheat American Pale Ale which Cadejo (a Spirit Dog) produces in their version of a white pale ale. It sits hazy yellow in the glass with a thin white head Aroma is floral, fruity and citric hops. Flavor includes notes of wheat and malt, grass, low butter (diacetyl), lemon and a balance that favors hops. Carbonation is low to moderate and finishes toward the dry and hoppy side.

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Zoo Brew Returns with Beer, Canned Cocktails and Wine August 18th from 5 to 9 p.m. In honor of Zoo Brew we’re looking at animal named beers – to purchase advance discounted tickets for Zoo Brew go here – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zoo-brew-tickets-551700279387

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