How did you decide on what to brew?

Aimee: We wanted to do something that drew inspiration from both of our countries, so we decided on a French saison with hops from the Pacific Northwest. Renegade is aging a portion of our version in French oak Chardonnay barrels from Sonoma, and Ben’s aging a portion of his in red wine barrels with Brett.

Benoit: It was a discussion with Renegade Brewing Co and me at the Brewery. We wanted to mix American and French style. For the French style we have chosen the French saison style mixed with American hops.

Why did you decide to work together?

Aimee: Sacha Heppell – a great friend of Renegade – had the initial inspiration. His mother is on Denver’s Sister Cities Committee, and they reached out to Benoit - the head brewer at Brasserie du Baril, the premier brewery in Brest, France. This year is the 70th anniversary of the sister-cityhood of Denver and Brest, and this beer is a celebration of that relationship!

Benoit: We are associated to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the exchange of Denver and Brest (France) because the Denver Sister Cities International team put us in touch. We had the chance to meet regularly during our last visit to Denver...it made sense, their beers are great! Like many in Colorado.

What’s your favorite thing about this collaboration?

Aimee: The opportunity to get to know Ben, throw back a few beers, and learn a little bit about how he does things over at his place.

Benoit: The creation of the recipe in Denver. And drinking some beer’s with the team. Amazing brewery.