Blind Salamander

Blind Salamander Pale Ale is the first of a series of Rahr beers called Rare Breed. These beers are dedicated to improving the lot of endangered Texas species. Rahr is making donations from these proceeds to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation to help with the recovery of these species.

The Texas Blind Salamander is a rare cave-dwelling troglobite amphibian native to San Marcos, specifically the San Marcos Pool in the Edwards Aquifer. It has bright red external gills for absorbing oxygen from the water. Its mature length is 5 cm and its diet varies by what flows into its cave, including shrimp, snails and amphipods.

Recipe Information:

Style: English Pale Ale
Alcohol By Volume: 5.2%
International Bitterness Units: 48
Color: Amber
Hops: East Kent Goldings
Malts: 2 Row, Victory, Crystal 40, Special B
Tasting Notes: Hoppy, Fruity, Bready, Caramel
Availability: July-August

Serving Suggestions:

Preferred Glass: Tulip Pint
Preferred Serving Temperature: 52º
Food Pairings: The real blind slamander might prefer snails and amphipods, but we like our Blind Salamander paired with traditional English foods such as Shepherd's Pie, Bangers and Mash, and Fish and Chips. Also can be paired with Pasta with cream sauce, with or without snails.
Cheese Pairings: Sharp Cheddar, Colby