Ray Hill's
Award Winning Beers

History:  The Pilsner style was first created in the land of Plzen Czech Republic.  The Saaz hops from this region of the world give Pilsner beers a distinctive flavor.  In 1842 the brewers in Plzen learned about a type of yeast which fermented colder and provided a clean finish.  Today, we call this Lager yeast (which translated in German means “to store” since the lagers age a little longer than ales).  When the hops and yeast from the Czech Republic became available to brewers in the United States, the brewers created their own Pilsner style using locally grown corn. The Classic American Pilsner was born.  Prior to prohibition, this style had more flavor and body. This is Ray Hill’s interpretation of the Classic American Pilsner.

To date, this Classic American Pilsner has won 6 awards.

• Gold Medal - Men's Choice Award - 2007 St. Louis Microfest
• Bronze Medal - Ladies Choice Award - 2007 St. Louis Microfest
• 1st place - Ladies Choice Award - 2008 St. Louis Microfest
• Bronze Medal - 2008 Show Me Beer Festival - Jefferson City, MO
• 2nd Favorite Local Microbrew - 2008 Riverfront Times Restaurant Guide
• Favorite Local Beer - Westport Beer and Brats Festival - Maryland Heights, MO