Night Shift: Bee Tea

When Night Shift Brewing was first coming into existence, there was some good hype behind them and what they'd be brewing. A Belgian pale ale with three different yeast strains, a chocolate stout made with local cocoa nibs, and a wheat beer made with locally cut green tea from Mem Tea Imports. The first two beers were expected, but a belgian style wheat beer made with green tea was completely out of left field for a new brewery. Massachusetts was getting a good influx of ambitious brewers but in March 2012, Night Shift Brewing opened its doors and changed Boston's beer scene. Barrel Reserve Society, Sour Future Programs and amazing collaborations (Backlash, Urban Farm Fermentory) and Night Shift Brewing has become one of thee most important brewers in Mass, and a day trip to Everett is now mandatory for anyone that loves great local beer. Ever beer from Night Shift I've had has been excellent (I Haven't tried Viva Habanera yet cause it's a little terrifying), and much like Star Wars, going back to the original trilogy is always a great idea. Bee Tea pours so imposing, like a thunderstorm rolling into a delicious glass. It tastes just perfectly amazing, with nice wheaty malt and a perfectly balanced green tea backbone that makes a perfect pairing. It really holds up as one of the best beers made in state and beer made perfect for a hot summer night sitting out back and wanting to sip on a beer while watching the sox and forget your day job.