Par-3 American Wheat Ale
Par-3 is a light beer brewed in the American
Wheat tradition and has a flavor profile very
similar to Kolsch, a Northern German beer style
rapidly growing in popularity in the U.S.  The
Par-3 recipe was designed as a more flavorful
alternative to the mass-produced light pilsners
brewed by the major brewing companies.  
Par-3 is especially suited for consumption during hot-weather recreational activities.  It is
moderately hopped to accentuate the distinctive flavors of this light ale.  The brewing process
results in a low-carb, low-cal beverage without sacrificing flavor.  

The beer’s clean and crisp flavor profile accentuated by the high carbonation and the light body
make this a very drinkable beer, especially well suited for outdoor activities and social events.  
Par-3 American Wheat Ale will appeal to golfers and sports enthusiasts who drink beer socially
and do not wish to add additional calories to their diets.  Par-3 also makes an excellent Session
Beer.  A Session Beer is defined as one that you can enjoy for several pints within a couple of
hours and still carry on an intelligent conversation.  The product should appeal to most beer
drinkers and should be sold based on the freshness, the local brewery appeal, lack of
preservatives, and crisp smooth characteristics. It can be accurately described as a full-flavored
light beer--lots of character without the calories expected in such a refreshing beer.

The Story Behind Par-3
The Par-3 recipe was developed by Leslie Henderson while she was still a home-brewer.  She
prepared a light grist consisting of a unique blend of three grains—barley, wheat, and rye—to
prepare a refreshing summer brew and served it at a local charity golf tournament.  The beer was
a huge hit with the golfers.  “Par-3” immediately came to mind as the perfect name for this brew.  
It’s the 3-grain beer perfect for the golf course!

Par-3, like all Lazy Magnolia creations, is a unique beer.  However, some of our customers note
that Par-3 is similar in flavor to Amstel Light and Sam Adam’s Light.  The Par-3 tap handle is a
white pub style handle with a magnolia finial.  A shield on the tap handle contains a white sticker
with the name and logo in green.
So Many Ways to Enjoy Par-3

Par-3 can be mixed with other Lazy Magnolia beers to lighten
the flavor.  We suggest that customers experiment with different
proportions to find their favorite mix.

 Our favorite:  Baby Blue--50/50 mix of Blue Heron and Par-3

Par-3 is an excellent beer to enjoy with any meal, but it is
especially well suited for pairing with salads.  

In the kitchen, use Par-3 to boil Bratwurst sausages and to
prepare batter for frying fish.
Par-3:  Just the Facts
Original Gravity
1.035
Final Gravity
1.002
International Bittering Units (IBU's)
15
Color (Lovibond)
5
Alcohol Content by Volume
3.3%
Calories per 12-oz serving
110
Grains used
Pale barley & white wheat
Hops used
Domestic magnum and tettnang
Flavor Profile
Light and crisp, hint of fruitiness
Aroma Profile
hint of sulfur and light fruitiness
Ideal Serving Temp
38 degrees F
Ideal Carbonation Level
High, 2.9 Volumes
We don't tell people what to like,
we just give them great choices!