Your Gore-Tex has served another season, shovels are heading to the back of the shed and the lawnmower is hungry for action. We're damn ready for warmer weather and, of course, the decadence and depravity of Triple Crown season. Historically, horse racing also means cocktails, and any mixologists will tell you that a well-crafted Mint Julep is a labor of love that requires precision and patience. With that in mind, we've crafted a Mint Julep Ale for our next Brewhouse Rarities release.

To achieve the unique flavor profile of a Mint Julep in a beer, we began with a blonde ale and added mint leaves and honeysuckle, which lend themselves to the bourbon flavor. This 6% ale finishes with a smooth, subtle sweetness that just might lead you to adopt the term y’all and spend more time on the front porch in a rocking chair.

Alongside our Mint Julep Ale, we are also releasing the next member of the Single Hop Imperial IPA Series: Ella. As with all of our Single Hops, it clocks in at 8% ABV and has the same grist bill, allowing our brewers to showcase all that each hop has to offer. Ella is a sister to Galaxy and brings a unique blend of spice, floral and tropical fruit aroma and flavor.

You can be among the first to try both of these limited releases in our tasting room on Friday, April 1 from 3-8 pm. If you want bonus points, wear your most elaborate Derby hat. And show up early; we'll have a commemorative Mint Julep cup available for purchase with your first draft for a limited time.

If you can’t make it to the party, check our Beer Finder for availability near you after both beers hit the market on April 4.