Crux Fermentation Project announced earlier this week the release of three new packaged beers: Bubble Wrap Hazy IPA, Battlestar IPA, and Gypsy Coolship No. 2. I was already planning an article for The Bulletin on the Coolship and Crux generously provided me samples of all three beers. Don’t worry—they all got thoroughly wiped down with a disinfectant wipe before coming in the house.

Here’s the press release Crux sent out:

We’re thankful for everyone’s support as we continue to forge ahead with the release of a few new beers. Here’s to some liquid enjoyment during these uncertain times. Stay Strong, Stay Safe!

BUBBLE WRAP HAZY IPA

The best selling beer at our tasting room for the past 12+ months is finally available all year long in six-pack cans for your everyday enjoyment. And in case you haven’t had the pleasure of drinking Bubble Wrap yet, know that it’s dangerously delicious with a balanced body of flaked oats and wheat accompanied by a whole lot of Citra, Mosaic, and Galaxy hops popping with juicy, tropical flavors. (6.2% ABV / 30 IBUs)

Six-packs have already hit the shelves at grocery stores throughout Oregon & Washington.

BATTLESTAR IPA

Our boundless pursuit of the perfect IPA took us halfway around the globe before sending us straight out of the solar system in search of a supreme balance of hops, malt, and inspiration. Dry-hopped with Galaxy and Mosaic hops, this galactic india pale ale delivers intense tropical and citrusy flavors suitable for faster-than-light travel, casual projection, or just kicking back with friends here on Earth. (7.8% ABV / 65 IBUs)

The first release in this year’s seasonal 16oz can series is currently available at our tasting room and hits Oregon & Washington stores in full force next week!

GYPSY COOLSHIP NO. 2

We’re setting sail for wherever the wind takes us with this nomadic series of spontaneous fermentation beers – brewed on the road and in the open air, embracing all the funk Mother Nature has to offer.

Brewed in partnership with the Deschutes Land Trust, this second coolship experiment is dry, floral, and slightly funky thanks to a night spent beneath the pines of the Metolius Preserve, “dry-hopped” with fir tips, flowers, and other fun forest flavors. (7.5% ABV / 10 IBUs)

For every bottle sold, we’ll donate one dollar to the Deschutes Land Trust to help them in their mission to conserve land for wildlife, scenic views, and our local communities.

Just 40 cases of 750ml bottles were produced and will only be available at our tasting room (and online) starting April 3rd.

Once my article on the Coolship is live I will point to it, and I’ll review the IPAs online here.