Lagered by the Sun represents the company’s commitment to sustainable brewing practices. The  program focuses on brewing with local and regional ingredients and utilizing solar energy in the  lagering process. “Lagered by The Sun has been a project several years in the making, and we’re  proud that the result encompasses many of our efforts to brew sustainably while creating unique craft  beer that genuinely represents our place in the PNW,” says founding Brewer Nick Arzner. 

Where Rivers Meet Pale Ale was crafted and brewed by all three breweries on May 26th in Sunriver, OR. Head Brewer Patrick Raasch describes the beer as “a light-colored, clear, West Coast-style Pale Ale with a bright citrus and tropical hop character”. The beer will be available on draft and in cans throughout Oregon and at the three brewery locations after the launch party in Newport.

While developing the beer concept and recipe, the breweries recognized the impact of sourcing ingredients from sustainable suppliers. “We brewed with a selection of Salmon-Safe hops from some of Oregon’s finest hop growers – Crystal from Goschie Farms, Strata from Coleman AG, and Estate Grown Comet and Chinook from Crosby Hop Farm.” Brett Thomas, Sunriver Brewing Director of Brewing Ops, explains.

“As a beer garden located in the middle of Crosby Hop Farm, TopWire has built a reputation for serving the highest quality beverages for hop lovers. It’s only natural to team up with one of the best to bring our signature TopWire IPA to life, and we couldn’t be more excited about our partnership with Block 15. We know our customers will fall in love upon the first sip, surrounded by our hops in the summer sunshine.” – Anthony Mottola, General Manager, TopWire Hop Project.

Three more, unique, releases have crossed our desk from Corvallis brewery Block 15 Brewing. Showcasing a unique approach to Belgian Abbey practices, Mexican-inspired lagers, and the union between French cognac barrels and English-style Barleywines, the brewery is encouraging you to check out the following.

“We can’t believe it has been 15 years since we opened our doors! We want to sincerely thank the community of Corvallis and the friends we have made in the industry throughout this time. Here’s to many more beers and meals  with our friends and family, Corvallis, and beyond.” - Nick and Kristen Arzner