Breakside Brewery 'Post Time' Kölsch Beer, Oregon, USA

Boldly brewed to capture the fleeting magic of fresh hop season, Breakside x ISM Brewing Fresh Hop West Coast IPA, Oregon, USA, is a vibrant celebration of hop harvest perfection. With a 6.5% ABV and bursting with freshly picked aroma and flavor, this collaboration between Breakside Brewery and ISM Brewing channels peak hop character into every sip. Crisp, clean, and resinous, it’s a beer that speaks to the power of fresh ingredients and a tight brewing partnership.

Product Details:

• Style: Fresh Hop West Coast IPA
• ABV: 6.5%
• IBU: N/A
• Hops: Fresh Chinook from Coleman Farms and fresh Idaho 7 from Crosby Hop Farm
• Collaboration: ISM Brewing
• Tasting Notes: Lush hop resin, herbal pine, bright citrus
• Release Notes: Brewed with Chinook cones and finished two weeks later with Idaho 7 for a dual-layered hop profile

Sensory Description:

Lively hop oils leap from the glass, unleashing aromas of sticky pine, citrus zest, and late-summer herb gardens. On the palate, the beer delivers layered bitterness with a refreshing dryness, wrapped in bursts of grapefruit, evergreen, and faint tropical notes. A lean malt backbone keeps the spotlight on the hops from start to clean, brisk finish.

Brewer's Background:

Founded in 2010 in Portland, Breakside Brewery has grown from a neighborhood pub to one of the Pacific Northwest's most respected craft breweries. Known for its creative, award-winning lineup and commitment to innovation, Breakside now operates multiple locations across Oregon. Its reputation for hop-forward, finely balanced beers continues to earn accolades, including multiple Brewery of the Year titles at the Oregon Beer Awards. The brewery became employee-owned in 2019, further cementing its status as a pioneer in the region’s beer culture.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 45–50°F in a tulip or IPA glass to highlight the hop aromatics. Enjoy alongside grilled bratwurst, citrus-marinated chicken, or a sharp aged cheddar for a balanced pairing experience.

This seasonal gem from Breakside and ISM Brewing is a vibrant expression of the Pacific Northwest’s hop harvest, and a toast to the fleeting, fresh-hop window that beer lovers wait all year for.