An award-winning burger firm in Glasgow has teamed up with one of Scotland's top breweries to create a zesty new lager.
El Perro Negro and Alloa-based brewery Williams Bros. Brewing Co. have launched a special pilsner that is inspired by, and will pair brilliantly with, their burgers.
Described as a crisp and refreshing classic style pilsner - which has an added twist of Seville Orange to deliver a subtle citrus bite- the new gluten-free creation is designed to be enjoyed with food (especially burgers).
Brewed with classic Noble hop ‘Saaz’, the Williams Bros. added the Spanish twist as a nod to the burger firm's name - which means 'The Black Dog'.
Brewing aficionado, Ken Duncan was on hand for the collaboration, bringing expertise in brewing Pilsner-style beers.
The new El Perro Negro pilsner will be available in 44cl cans, fridge packs and on draft in independent retailers and venues; including El Perro Negro, Woodlands Road over the coming weeks. It's also available to buy online now.
Speaking of the collaboration, Chris Williams, Director at Williams Bros. Brewing Co. said: “Spain is of course better known for producing grapes rather than hops.
"However, a serendipitous encounter with some Seville Oranges on a trip to the fruit market gave us some unusual inspiration. Seeing and smelling the aromatic oranges influenced the idea of adding a subtle nuance to a Pilsner.
"And so we ordered up what we could and put it into our freezer store, so we could use it for the beer all year round. And the El Perro Negro pilsner was born!
“Believe it or not, Scotland actually has a long connection with Seville oranges! Legend has it that the invention of spreadable Marmalade was created by chance when a boat carrying a load of Seville oranges broke down in Dundee.
"And a resourceful couple (James & Janet Keiller), who ran a sweet and preserve shop made use of it, so it did not go to waste.”
El Perro Negro Founder, Nick Watkins also spoke of his excitement about the launch, he said: “We were delighted and really flattered when the team suggested a collaboration and putting our name behind this delicious new lager.
"The refreshing citrus notes are the perfect pairing to our burgers and we can’t wait to serve them up together!"
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