Double Mountain & Van Henion Collaborate on Velvet Wallpaper IPA
When it comes to taproom aesthetics, two Oregon breweries have it down as it relates to retro wallpaper. First it was Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery hanging some retro vibes and now most recently it was Van Henion Brewing venturing in a similar direction when it opened its doors two years ago. Recently the two breweries met up in Hood River, Oregon to brew a collaboration beer, the aptly named Velvet Wallpaper IPA!
The name “Velvet Wallpaper” was inspired by a serendipitous moment when Matt Swihart, Double Mountain’s owner, walked into Van Henion’s brewery and discovered the same timeless, classy velvet wallpaper pattern found in the Hood River pub, albeit in a different color. This shared aesthetic connection underscores the timeless elegance both Double Mountain and Van Henion aim to capture in every sip of this beer.
Velvet Wallpaper West Coast IPA is a well crafted West Coast IPA using some of the brewers’ favorite Pacific Northwest hops. Modern hopping techniques highlight citrus aromas, with pine and evergreen providing a well-balanced complement. This IPA is dry, crisp, and bright to boot, with an ABV of 6.3% and 50 IBUs, making it an easy summer patio pounder.
To learn more about this beer and others from Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery visit www.doublemountainbrewery.com.
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DJ
D.J. is a Portland, Oregon based writer that spent his formative years in the Midwest. With over 25 years under his belt of drinking beer at festivals across America and the world, he has developed a strong appreciation and understanding of craft beer and the industry that surrounds it. He can be found in any of the great breweries or beer bars that make Portland the best beer city in the world. His writing can also be found in the archives of Northwest Brewing News and can be followed on Twitter and Instagram at @hopapalooza.