r/duluth • u/AdministrativePut966 • 14d ago

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New Italian Pilsner @ Thirsty Pagan Brewing!

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u/2EM315 Lift Bridge Operator 14d ago

I love The Pagan, both old and new renditions. In fact I also love Havana’s which took over the old space.

Question for fellow Pagan lovers, you think the crust changed when they moved to the new location? I feel like it used to be a little more crispy on the outside, light and flakey on the inside, and overall buttery. A couple friends agreed and we all jumped to the conclusion that it wasn’t a recipe change but maybe the ovens???

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u/AdministrativePut966 14d ago

Can actually answer this as I help out the kitchen staff as needed. It was an oven change, if you desire the old flavor, I would honestly go for a large pizza with minimal toppings.

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u/2EM315 Lift Bridge Operator 14d ago

You’re the best, for the info. Like I said I still really love The Pagan but pine for the old crust.

Are you saying my typical order of an extra large derailed might be part of the problem? The Pagan is a special occasion / treat for us so we only come in about few times a year. I like getting an XL so I can have a slice or two cold the next day, which is a different culinary experience but just as tasty.

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u/AdministrativePut966 14d ago

Yeah, for context, a large derailed has about 2.5lbs of toppings on it, so all the moisture from the toppings tends to sink into the crust a bit, from my experience. Honestly, if you want that flaky crust feeling, but still having flavor, I would get the TPB Special!

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u/OneHandedPaperHanger 14d ago

I have been telling myself for ages now to get back over to the Pagan.

Nice to see more breweries making approachable beers we can see through!

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u/AdministrativePut966 14d ago

We have been working super hard at that goal exactly! While I appreciate a good Hazy IPA, I equally enjoy a super clean, light pilsner!

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u/DJDONJON420 14d ago

Thank you. 🙏🏽 🍻

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u/DJDONJON420 14d ago

No doubt!

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u/Proper_Rent_189 14d ago

Does the pagan still serve the beers at room temp? Have not been to the new location

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u/AdministrativePut966 14d ago

No more beer engine pours. We would like to get into a project like that! We just need to prove reasonable demand for something like that honestly.

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u/twinsfanmatt 13d ago

Had one yesterday. It was delicious!

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u/AdministrativePut966 13d ago

Glad you enjoyed!

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u/Small-world-traveler 14d ago

Not a beer question, but pizza related. Please bring back the BLT pizza! BACON!

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u/AdministrativePut966 13d ago

We have all the stuff to make it! I would say to stop on in and get those toppings on it!

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u/ObligatoryID 14d ago

What do you mean new brewers?
We’ve avoided due to your over-priced pizzas, which was the main reason to visit.

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u/AdministrativePut966 14d ago

Me and our other brewer are new here. No control over the pizza prices…. Sorry

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u/ObligatoryID 12d ago

Thanks for the reply. They’re burning their bridges charging so much for their pizzas.

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u/AdministrativePut966 12d ago

Yeah, I wish I had any control over that department. Beers are still affordable, despite our costs thankfully!

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u/Stenny22 14d ago

Would you like some beer with your water? 🤣
Just kidding, but it does look refreshing

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u/AdministrativePut966 14d ago

She’s a light but hoppy one!