Inspired by an unforgettable hike above Lake Louise, this ale takes its name from Devil’s Thumb—an unmarked trail above the Beehive on St. Agnes trail. My wife led the climb, fighting the steep, loose rock and thin air…struggling to navigate to the top. We final reached the summit and found breathtaking turquoise views of Lake Louis. As usually, we enjoyed our summit beers and lunch, the effort felt worth every step. On the descent, my wife—still leading—paused, laughed, and said, “Oh, there’s the trail!” Devil’s Thumb Cascadian Dark Ale celebrates that great views never come easy.
