Again in April, Sierra Nevada unveiled a challenge greater than a yr within the making—Premium PILS, out there on draft in choose markets nationwide. On the time, the brewery teased distinctive packaging for the pilsner in late summer season. Immediately, the brewery has revealed the reply: Correct Pilsner cans.
The important thing to this packaging is the smaller can format—particularly, 8.4 ounces—to keep up temperature and taste from starting to finish. In response to Brian Grossman, head brewer at Sierra Nevada, crafting a standard European-style pilsner was half the problem. When the beer transitioned to packaging, the usual 12- or 16-ounce can wouldn’t suffice. “I’ve loved beers everywhere in the world, however there’s one thing particular a couple of correct pilsner at a European pub—crisp, refreshing, and served in a smaller glass to maintain it on the superb temperature and taste. That’s how PILS is supposed to be loved,” Grossman says.
We tried Premium PILS again in April at The Ramspeck in Decatur, Georgia, and it’s implausible, actually setting a brand new customary for American craft breweries producing European-style beers. At 4.7% alcohol by quantity and 25 IBUs, it’s crisp and pairs with almost all the things.
Correct Pilsner cans, stuffed with Premium PILS, debut in 8.4-ounce 12-packs in choose markets in August 2025, with plans for full nationwide distribution in early 2026.
Beneath are pictures from the media launch occasion in April at The Ramspeck.
