Bale Breaker Brewing Co. x Russian River Brewing 'Green Rush' Fresh Hop IPA Beer, Washington

The energy of harvest season is captured in every pour of the Bale Breaker Brewing Co. x Russian River Brewing ‘Green Rush’ Fresh Hop IPA. Born in Yakima Valley during September’s annual “green rush,” this collaboration beer harnesses the unrivaled freshness of newly picked Simcoe® hops to deliver a rush of citrus, stone fruit, and resin that feels like striking gold at the peak of hop season.

Product Details:

• Style: Fresh Hop West Coast IPA
• ABV: 6.9%
• IBU: 55
• Hops: Freshly picked Simcoe®
• Brewer: Bale Breaker Brewing Co. in collaboration with Russian River Brewing

Sensory Description:

‘Green Rush’ opens with a vivid bouquet of grapefruit zest, ripe peach, juicy mango, and a piney resin edge that defines fresh Simcoe®. The palate follows through with a crisp yet layered hop character, delivering bursts of citrus and tropical fruit balanced by a clean bitterness and dry West Coast finish. Smooth, vibrant, and invigorating, it’s a beer that celebrates the fleeting magic of harvest.

Brewer's Background:

Bale Breaker Brewing Co. is rooted in four generations of hop farming in Washington’s Yakima Valley, the heart of America’s hop country. Since opening in 2013, Bale Breaker has earned acclaim for brewing hop-forward beers grown and crafted directly on the family farm. Partnering with Russian River Brewing, one of California’s most respected craft breweries, this collaboration embodies the shared passion for hops and innovation that both breweries champion.

Serving Suggestions:

Best enjoyed fresh to highlight its harvest-driven character, this IPA shines when served chilled in a tulip or IPA glass around 45–50 °F. Pair it with grilled salmon, spicy tacos, sharp cheddar, or simply a crisp evening outdoors during hop harvest season.

The Bale Breaker Brewing Co. x Russian River Brewing ‘Green Rush’ Fresh Hop IPA is more than a collaboration, it’s a celebration of Yakima’s hop heritage and the fleeting brilliance of harvest-time brewing, bottled for enthusiasts who chase the freshest hop experiences.