Uinta Brewing Company - Golden Spike

Pouring a hazy golden hue crowned with a soft white head, Golden Spike showcases Uinta’s talent for turning simplicity into refinement. The aroma opens with bright notes of orange zest and lemon peel layered over gentle tones of wheat bread and clover honey. Subtle spice from the yeast drifts through, lending just enough complexity to keep the nose lively and fresh. On the palate, this unfiltered wheat ale delivers a smooth, medium body with flavors of citrus, light banana, and a rounded malt sweetness from red wheat. A touch of tangy acidity and low bitterness create a crisp, refreshing finish that invites another sip. Balanced and unpretentious, Golden Spike is a sunny, easy-drinking beer perfect for warm afternoons or casual gatherings. Try it with citrus-glazed chicken, grilled shrimp tacos, or a light goat cheese salad for an effortless pairing.

When founder Will Hamill established Uinta (“you-in-tah”) in 1993, he succeeded in merging his love of brewing and his passion for the outdoors. Originally from Maine, Will enjoyed a lifestyle very much like many other Utahans when he arrived in the state, including kayaking, skiing, and biking. But, something was missing – the great craft beer that he had enjoyed in his native state. To satisfy his own cravings, Will took to home brewing and quickly became consumed. After years of perfecting recipes, he was producing beers that not only satisfied him, but also impressed his friends. At that point he enrolled at UC Davis to study brewing and develop his knowledge of the industry.

When Will began Uinta, it was at a very modest facility – a small, converted auto mechanic’s garage. From these humble beginnings, Uinta began brewing and distributing beer to local pubs and restaurants, and three years later demand had escalated enough to install a bottling line. By 2001, the brewery had outgrown its original location, so a 26,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility was built with energy efficiency as a prime goal. Not only was the new brewery outfitted with the best in brewing technology, it was built to be completely wind- and solar-powered. Yep, the brewery is 100% powered by Mother Nature herself, becoming the first business in Utah to achieve that milestone. But, their commitment to the environment doesn’t end there; they established a recycling location for brown glass, donate their used grain to local ranchers to use as feed, purchase recycled paper, and use natural lighting in the brewery as well as energy-efficient electric lighting. Great job guys, we’ll raise a glass to that! To learn more about Uinta Brewing Company, visit www.uintabrewing.com.