Telluride Brewing Company is pleased to announce the can release of Russell Kelly Pale Ale, which was inspired by local Telluride skier, world-class kayaker, and friend to Chris Fish, founder of Telluride Brewing Company, a small-batch craft beer producer in Telluride, Colorado. Kelly passed away in an automobile accident in 2004,just six days shy of his 30th birthday. Russell Kelly Pale Ale will increase the number of canned beer varietals Telluride Brewing Company produces to six, while paying homage to Fish’s adventure-loving friend.

(Denver, Co) – Telluride Brewing Company is pleased to announce the can release of Russell Kelly Pale Ale, which was inspired by local Telluride skier, world-class kayaker, and friend to Chris Fish, founder of Telluride Brewing Company, a small-batch craft beer producer in Telluride, Colorado. Kelly passed away in an automobile accident in 2004,just six days shy of his 30th birthday. Russell Kelly Pale Ale will increase the number of canned beer varietals Telluride Brewing Company produces to six, while paying homage to Fish’s adventure-loving friend.

“Russell embodied all that makes Telluride unique and special—he was an adventurous soul,a world-class skier and a music fanatic,” said Telluride Brewing Company founder, Chris Fish.“Coping with Russell’s death has been one of the hardest things in my life, which is why I wanted to create a beer that captured his spirit. Russell Kelly Pale Ale is a tribute to a great friend who left a lasting impression on me.”

The flavor profile for Russell Kelly Pale Ale (RKPA) was inspired by Kelly’s favorite beer, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, but with a higher ABV percentage and hop profile added to match Kelly’s vivacious personality and his passion for Class V Whitewater. Kelly was one of the top expedition kayakers in the world who successfully accomplished many first descents of some of the world’s most challenging rivers.

Known for its earthy, floral and fruity notes including blueberry, tangerine and hint of grassiness, Mosaic is the prominent hop showcased in the ale. A gentle current malt bill,German rye and American wheat add depth to the brew, while Chinook hops, primarily used for bittering the beer, round out the flavor profile, adding aroma notes of grapefruit and Pine.

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