It was about 17 years ago when Indian Peaks Brewing got underway, only to find out that "Indian Peaks" was used by another brewery for one of their styles (rough start). Therefore, they changed their name to Left Hand, after Chief Niwot, a chief of a local tribe from their area, in Longmont, Colorado ("Niwot" translates to left hand). I've had a good handful of styles from this brewery, including their first brew, Sawtooth Ale, as well as their Milk Stout, Black Jack Porter, Jackman's APA, Haystack Wheat and Fade to Black Stout (Ok, so I've tried pretty much all of their beer except for a few...and none have disappointed).I just recently picked up one of their seasonals, Good Juju Ginger, which I've surprisingly never seen although it's apparently been brewed by Left Hand for quite some time. I say surprisingly because not only is this a unique beer style, but the label kicks ass.
As a celebration of the beginning of spring, this beer is made similar to a pale ale but with a ginger-malt-spice touch to make a refreshing light beer. Although a spring seasonal, I think this beer is great, if not better, for summer. It's great to have a quality beer under 5% ABV, considering so many beers are made so strong these days. Don't expect an in-your-face ginger taste on this beer though; it's subtle, which I enjoy. This is great as either a "been doin' yard work all day and I'm thirsty" beer or a "sit on your ass, barbecue and drink" beer - your choice. Either way, a great session beer and a versatile beer for pairing with food.
Also, "juju" refers to a supernatural power, but I wouldn't go jumping off your roof thinking you're superman after drinking this.
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