Tightknit Brewing 8th Street Irish Red Ale Beer, Colorado

Heartwarming and honest, 8th Street Irish Red Ale is a classic take on the traditional Irish-red style, balanced, approachable, and reliably delicious. With a foundation built on caramel malts and a dry finish, this is the kind of beer that feels like coming home after a long day, a comforting staple in Greeley’s craft beer community.

Product Details:

• Style: Irish Red Ale
• ABV:  5.2%
• IBU: Around 20 (low bitterness, malt-forward)
• Flavor Profile: Malty with slight sweetness, featuring notes of caramel and toffee, boosted by a pleasantly dry finish

Sensory Description:

Rich toffee and caramel aromas open the sip, followed by a gently warming malt presence. The balance of subtle sweetness and restrained bitterness gives way to a crisp and clean finish, soft, comforting, and decidedly easy-drinking.

Brewer’s Background:

Tightknit Brewing Company is rooted in building community both in the Greeley area and beyond with their signature friendly approach to brewing. Born from a passion for connection and quality, they churn out small-batch lagers and ales with care and creativity. “8th Street Red” exemplifies their ethos: straightforward, crowd-pleasing craft beer made by people who are like family, for people who feel like part of the family.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well-chilled in a classic pint glass or mug. Ideal alongside hearty comfort foods like stews, pub fare, and roasted meats, or simply for savoring quiet evenings at home. Its gentle sweetness also complements sharper cheeses like cheddar or Gouda for a perfect snack pairing.