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Red Trolley Ale

Red Trolley Ale sets the standard for Irish Reds. Originally brewed as our first holiday ale, this little trolley that could has blossomed into one of the most award-winning beers of all time. Three decades (and counting) later, each batch is still brewed with a half-ton of caramelized malts for a deep copper color, rich toffee aroma, and hints of raisins and currants. There’s no need to wait for the holidays. You can ride this trolley all year long.

Our love for the aural arts comes alive with “A Red Trolley Show”, a series of impromptu performances for unexpected travelers aboard the MTS Trolley. The award-winning series is a partnership between Karl Strauss and Rowlbertos Media, featuring local acts as well as international touring bands.

Below you’ll find a few of our favorite episodes and artists but there’s a ton more over on the Red Trolley Show YouTube page. Subscribe for the latest episodes and updates.

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Bronze: 2018 CA State Fair Commercial Beer Competition

Silver: 2017 CA State Fair Commercial Craft Brew Competition

Gold: 2016 Shanghai International Beer Fest

Gold: 2016 CA State Fair Commercial Beer Competition

Gold: 2016 Los Angeles International Beer Competition

Silver: 2014 San Diego Int Beer Competition

Gold: 2013 Great American Beer Festival

Bronze: 2013 LA International Commercial Beer Competition

Bronze: 2013 San Diego International Beer Competition

Bronze: 2013 CA State Commercial Craft Brew Competition

Gold: 2012 World Beer Cup

Gold: 2012 San Diego International Beer Competition

Gold: 2012 LA International Commercial Beer Competition

Gold: 2012 CA State Fair Commercial Craft Brew Competition

Silver: 2011 CA State Fair Commercial Craft Brew Competition

Gold: 2011 San Diego International Beer Competition

Silver: 2011 LA International Commercial Beer Competition

Gold: 2010 Great American Beer Festival

Gold: 2010 World Beer Cup

Silver: 2010 LA International Commercial Beer Competition

Bronze: 2010 San Diego International Beer Competition

Silver: 2009 San Diego International Beer Competition

Bronze: 2009 LA International Commercial Beer Competition

Stats

ABV: 5.8%
Color: 30 SRM
Bitterness: 17 IBU

Tasting Notes

Style: Irish Style Red Ale
Malt: Pale 2-Row, Carapils, Caramel 60, Caramel 80
Hops: Glacier, Willamette

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