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Salmon Fly Honey Rye

Madison River Brewing Company
United States·Rye Beer
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Named for the legendary Salmon Fly hatch on the Madison River — Montana's premier fly-fishing event, when giant stoneflies emerge by the millions and trout go absolutely mad. Brewed with Montana wildflower honey and rye malt for earthy spice and natural sweetness. A true Montana terroir beer from Belgrade.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Mild
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
honeyearthyspicy
honey
earthy
spicy
malty
clean
herbal
Aroma
The nose leads with gentle floral honey notes balanced against warm, grainy cereal malts and a subtle earthiness from the rye.
also:wheat
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Salmon Fly Honey Rye

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, steady head that leaves fine lacing down the glass. The carbonation is visible and lively, creating a clean, inviting presentation with the characteristic transparency expected of a well-crafted rye beer.

pale goldenclearfine lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with gentle floral honey notes balanced against warm, grainy cereal malts and a subtle earthiness from the rye. A faint herbal spice emerges underneath, while the overall impression remains fresh and straightforward without aggressive hop character—an invitation to the palate rather than a declaration.

wildflower honeygrainy maltsearthy spiceherbal notes

◐ Taste

On entry, natural sweetness from the Montana wildflower honey interacts with the earthy, peppery bite of rye malt, creating a balanced mid-palate that avoids cloying character. The bitterness is restrained at 14 IBU, allowing the honey and spice to remain the focus while a clean, crisp finish clears the mouth efficiently.

honey sweetnessrye spiceearthyrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, clean, and refreshing with lingering honey sweetness and a faint peppery warmth that fades quickly. The aftertaste remains pleasant and uncomplicated, leaving the drinker ready for the next sip.

clean finishhoney warmthrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
76
Serve at 5–8°C

Serve at 5–8°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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