Destru-Yes
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There is a lot to unpack in the name of this beer alone, so hold tight. Destruyes is Castellano for “you destroy” or “you’re tearing”. “Ye” is Asturiano for “it”. So with the addition of a single dash, we go from You Destroy, to You Destroy It. A linguistic turn makes for a very clever name. Destru-Yes indeed.
The Background
The images from the label are primarily taken from the 2012 Asturian miner’s strike. It was the largest mass action against austerity in Europe since 1934. Spain had announced it would be ending support for coal mining with little to no notice. Coal mining unions rightly were fearful that this would lead to the complete abandonment of an entire sector, with no recourse for the workers. Beginning with armed attacks on police departments and the ruling party (PP) offices, the miners struck. The miners repelled multiple attempts by the Guardia Civil and National Police to remove roadblocks and arrest strikers. 60 roads (almost all the roads leading into Asturias) were barricaded. The striking miners manned them 24/7, using rocket launchers and other weapons to maintain control.
A general strike on 18 June 2012 brought the entire working class of Asturias to the barricades in support of the miners.1 Additionally the neighboring communities of León and Galicia, as well as Aragon called general strikes. This and further industrial action worked. It resulted in miners affected by mine closures receiving full pensions regardless of years of service. Additionally the governments of Asturias and Spain earmarking money for the transformation for the Asturian economy away from extractive industries and towards a greener basis.2
The Beer
Destru-Yes is an Ordinary Bitter that does not shy away from the profile. This is a proper low-alcohol, low-gravity beer. More commonly called a “session ale” in the States, it happens to be one of my favorite styles. I like to drink beer more than I like to sample beer. This necessitates a nice easy drinking beer that won’t leave me drunk after two pints.
Destru-Yes hits all the proper Bitter notes: minimal head retention, earthy and floral hops, crystal clarity, and a smooth easy-drinking character. Were it not a limited run, I would drink a lot more of this one.
Style Guidelines
- Color: Copper (15 SRM)
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- Clarity: Slight chill haze
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- Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Low mildly sweet malt flavors, with a biscuity aftertaste
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- Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Medium-low hop aromas, low hop flavors
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- Perceived Bitterness: Medium (35 IBUs)
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- Fermentation Characteristics: Mild / Low carbonation. Little bit of fruity aroma.
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- Body: Medium
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Tasting Notes
Silky smooth mouth feel with a hint of herbal hops notes.
