Beer connoisseurs have four new reasons to raise a glass at Capella Telluride. The hotel, perched high above the town of Telluride in Colorado’s Mountain Village, has introduced four brews crafted exclusively for its fine dining restaurant, Onyx, and the stylish Suede Bar, providing patrons with a one-of-a-kind treat for the palate. Created by brewmaster Chris Fish of Telluride’s Smuggler’s Brewery, the new custom “Constellation” beers – inspired by Capella, the brightest star in the Auriga constellation – feature local ingredients and pair beautifully with resort menu items. They range from an espresso-infused porter to a therapeutic spa brew that just might be the world’s only green tea-based cider. Capella Telluride’s Executive Chef Gabriel Kolofon offers his menu suggestions to pair with the four beers:
Constellation Ale: An American-style pale ale featuring citrus and grapefruit notes, generously hopped with Constellation, Chinooks and Cascades from Washington’s Yakima Valley. Recommended with: Classic BLT
Constellation Brown Ale: Subtle spice notes of star anise, pink peppercorns and bay leaves transcend the typical brown ale in this American-style brew. Recommended with: Fried Micro Brew Tempura Fish with Chili French Fries and Vinegar Sauce
Constellation Spa Treatment: An original, hops-free blend of cider and ale brewed with organic apples and cider from Colorado’s own Talbott Farms. It features chamomile, lemongrass and two green teas – jasmine and Chinese. Recommended with: Smalls Crab Cakes served with a Creamy Mustard Truffle Salsa and Herbs Jicama Salad
Constellation Solar Eclipse: A midnight-dark, robust porter infused with Italian roast espresso from Conscious Coffees of Boulder, Colorado. Recommended with: Constellation Solar Eclipse Float served with Ginger Snap Cookie and Kahlua Ice Cream Sandwich
Capella Telluride opened Feb. 12, 2009, in the heart of Mountain Village, marking the U.S. debut of Capella Hotels and Resorts. Named one of the world’s hottest new hotels by Condé Nast Traveler, Capella Telluride is redefining mountain luxury with 100 condominium hotel rooms and 60 one, two, three and four bedroom condominium residences. Capella Telluride offers the finest ski-in/ski-out location on the mountain and provides guests and residents with an unprecedented level of personal service. Its world-class amenities include an exclusive Capella lounge, boutique spa and indoor pool, a fitness center, ski valet, several restaurants and a kids club. Capella Telluride was developed through a partnership with RAL Companies & Affiliates LLC. For more information, visit www.CapellaTelluride.com.
Capella Hotels and Resorts serves today’s top-tier travelers and residential property owners and is setting a new standard in the hospitality industry. Capella promises the unique benefits of the finest boutique hotels, including superb architecture and interior design, privacy, individualized service and attention to detail – combined with the amenities and activities of the world’s great luxury hotels and resorts. Capella, led by founder Horst Schulze, is a brand focused on customer choice, and offers choices that no other hotel company in the world can match. Capella is opening world-class properties in gateway cities and high-profile resort destinations around the world, including: Breidenbacher Hof, a Capella Hotel (Düsseldorf, Germany); Capella Bahia Maroma (Riviera Maya, Mexico); Capella Ixtapa (Ixtapa, Mexico); Capella Niseko (Niseko, Japan); Capella Pedregal (Cabo San Lucas, Mexico); Capella Singapore (Sentosa Island, Singapore); Capella Telluride (Telluride, Colorado); and Schloss Velden, a Capella Hotel (Velden, Austria). Learn more at www.capellahotels.com
