RAPTOR RED LAGER RELEASED IN MENDOCINO!

July 31, 2003 -- Mendocino Brewing Company proudly announces the release of our Raptor Red Lager. Inspired by the legendary ‘Spirit of the Hawk’, our raptor symbolizes the vision and determination to create and enjoy a full flavored lager beer.

July 31, 2003 – Mendocino Brewing Company proudly announces the release of our Raptor Red Lager. Inspired by the legendary ‘Spirit of the Hawk’, our raptor symbolizes the vision and determination to create and enjoy a full flavored lager beer. Artist Sarah Hopkins illustrated our Hawk. Distribution will start in September in select California stores and pubs, with further distribution planed for next year in Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Arizona, Hawaii, Nevada and Texas.

Master Brewer Don Barkley’s notes:
A full flavor, fine reddish hued color, and a clean light finish characterize Raptor Red Lager. First produced in July of 2003, Raptor Red is now packaged in 12oz. bottles, six-packs, and kegs. This lager has been produced to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of the brewery, and is named in honor of the Mendocino Brewing Company’s affiliation with birds of prey. Raptor Red Lager is a traditional red lager, brewed with Mendocino’s Lager yeast, 100% malted barley and using classic noble hops for finishing. Raptor Red Lager has a rich refreshing flavor with a smooth light feel and a crisp dry finish.

Date introduced: August 2003

Description: Medium body, red hued color, snow white head, lightly hopped, faint spicy aroma, traditional lager flavor, low bitterness and after taste, clean dry finish.

Style: Red Lager

Alcohol: by volume 4.5%

Check out a pint or six-pack at a retailer near you!

Mark L. Anderson
Sales and Marketing Manager
marka@mendobrew.com

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