It began as a suggestion from a listener of the 3 Guys Before The Game podcast.
He wanted to know why someone had not created a beer called Hoppy Kerchev-ALE, named in honor of the legendary Metronews Talkline host and broadcast hall-of-fame member Hoppy Kercheval.
Great suggestion! The mission is now complete.
Morgantown based Chestnut Brew Works has created an Appalachian Pilsner with a blend of classic and contemporary styles. Brewmeister Bill Rittenour said Kerchev-ALE has an American pilsner style malt base, and a touch of flaked corn which is then generously dry-hopped with Mosaic and Citra hops.
That combination has produced a beer of low bitterness, pleasant citrus with tropical aromas.
Since its release on January 6 Kerchev-ALE has received extremely positive reviews. The independent rating site UNTAPPD currently ranks the new brew a 3.95 which is slightly ahead of Chestnut’s iconic Halleck Pale Ale.
Kerchev-ALE is currently available at the following locations:
Chestnut Brew Works
Apothecary Ale House
Black Bear
Gene’s Beer Garden
Big Sandy Brews
Lefty’s Place
The Met
Keglers
The Varsity Club
Briergarten
The popularity of Kerchev-ALE is another reminder of how craft beer has grown in popularity and acceptance. Craft beer establishments are popular among beer enthusiasts and connoisseurs, providing an escape from the monotony of mass-produced beers. They offer a wide range of options, from traditional hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts, and everything in between.