In a continued effort to showcase the robust Pennsylvania agriculture industry, we have again teamed with breweries from across the state to produce the fifth installment of the ever popular “PA Pride” beer series. Named for the love and pride we all share for the Keystone state, this version will be an 8% Double IPA. It will be released to the public at over 20 craft breweries across Pennsylvania on Friday, April 1st.

“For this edition of PA Pride, we landed on a delicious recipe for Double IPA to showcase the flavor and mouthfeel-enhancing qualities of Pennsylvania grain complemented by the fresh and experimental flavors and aromas of South African hops. The fortifying strength of Double IPA will carry us through the chill of early spring, while the delightful aromas of berry, citrus, tropical fruit, and dank resin herald the arrival of warmer days ahead.” says Ted Brochu of Deer Creek Malthouse.

PA Pride Double IPA will be packaged and released in 16-ounce cans and on draft by over 20 breweries in Pennsylvania (see a map of where here). The label for this beer features the original PA Pride artwork that this beer series has become well known for, showcasing the iconic PA keystone outline.

This hazy Double IPA starts with a warm malty foundation—consisting of a blend of Keystone Pale Ale, Colonial Pilsner, Pale Wheat malt, & with Rolled Oats from Deer Creek Malthouse—that retains much of the qualities of the late addition whirlpool hops. This South African blend offers characteristics reminiscent of red berries, iced tea, pineapple with a dank resinous smooth finish.  Our collaborators range in location and in brewery size but all share the same passion for exciting local beer brewed with friends for friends and we’re excited to share with beer enthusiasts throughout the region.

“PA Pride reminds us how combining the familiar with the unknown can result in exceptional results. Our recent collaborative efforts include a familiar PA Craft Malt from Deer Creek and a more unfamiliar South African hop blend including African Queen, Southern Passion, and an experimental variety called Southern Hospitality.  

Much has changed and much has stayed the same with brewing in recent years, yet this beer combines the age-old dedication to brewing quality beer using quality raw materials with new techniques to create a sustainably hazy IPA that continues to remind drinkers why PA breweries have so much Pride in their beers and why we are so proud of Pennsylvania.” says Jason Macias of ZH Hops and Malt.

Those who have enjoyed this beer series will be excited to know that additional versions are in the works. PA Pride 6, 7, and 8 plan to be a Fruited Sour, Multigrain Saison, and Amber Lager respectively. Those beers will be released to the public throughout the remainder of 2022. Be sure to follow BreweriesInPA.com/PAPride for all current and future release details.

See a full list of where this beer will release below: