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Fifteenth Anniversary!

Viola Sofia Returns

As we celebrate 15 years of Hill Farmstead Brewery, it’s an opportunity to look even further back for the roots of this last decade-and-a-half—especially timely with the classic Vermont winter we’re enjoying!

Grassroots Brewing, circa 2005, was the conceptual precursor to Hill Farmstead Brewery.  What began in Denmark in 2009 has evolved into a parallel brand and domain for creative collaborations.

This Russian imperial stout was brewed initially by Ryan Witter-Merithew in 2011 at Fanø Bryghus, Denmark, for Rome’s legendary Ma Che Siete Venuti A Fà to celebrate the birth of the owner’s daughter. This reenvisioning of the original recipe benefits from the experience and learning inherent in a decade of growth.  

This version is 10% abv and more rich and velvety than it was over a decade ago. One might taste Damon’s inspiration and the early structure of Danish-derived recipes. Enjoy it by the glass in the taproom and for takeaway in our bottleshop!

bottle and glass of beer

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