Area Brewers Gather to Brew 2015 Solidarity Beer, “Red, White, and Gluten”

Last week, brewers from all over the D.C. metro area gathered at Hellbender Brewing Company to continue an annual tradition: the brewing of a Solidarity Beer to be released during DC Beer Week. This year’s brew, “Red, White, and Gluten” is a wheat-heavy Belgian-style saison with lemon juice added to emphasize a tart, refreshing finish, perfect for D.C. summer. The first keg of the Solidarity Beer will be tapped at the Official DC Beer Week kick-off event: the 2nd Annual Brewers on the Block at Suburbia. DC Beer Week runs from August 9-16.

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— DC Beer Week (@DCBeerWeek) July 9, 2015

The Solidarity Beer is an important symbol of the collaboration and camaraderie that area brewers show during the rest of the year. The brew comes together with donations from various breweries, and the recipe and beer style are decided upon mutually.

Barrett Lauer, Head