Breakside Brewery ‘Rainbows & Unicorns’ India Pale Ale Beer, Oregon

Description

Brewed for warm weather and whimsical days, Breakside Brewerys Rainbows & Unicorns India Pale Ale is a bright and breezy session IPA that packs vibrant hop flavor into a light-bodied package. Originally crafted for the Oregon Brewers Festival, this seasonal standout uses flaked rice to dial down weight while letting its juicy, tropical character shine through in every sip.

Product Details:

• Style: India Pale Ale (Session IPA)
• ABV: 5.1%
• IBU: 30
• Hops: Comet, El Dorado, Galaxy
• Malts: Two Row, Light Crystal
• First Brewed: 2014

Sensory Description:

Rainbows & Unicorns glows with golden clarity and entices the senses with fragrant aromas of peach, apricot, honeydew, and juicy pineapple. Its palate delivers on that promise with waves of tropical fruit, mellow breakfast cereal malt notes, and a crisp, snappy finish. Despite its whimsical name, the balance and execution of flavor here is seriously skillful, juicy, and refreshing without being cloying, and endlessly drinkable.

Awards & Accolades:

• Bronze Sessionable Hoppy Beers, 2021, Oregon Beer Awards
• Bronze Medal Australian or International Pale Ale, 2020, Best of Craft Beer Awards

Brewer’s Background:

Founded in 2010 in Northeast Portland, Breakside Brewery has grown from a neighborhood pub into one of the Pacific Northwests most celebrated craft breweries. Known for its inventive beers and commitment to quality, Breakside now operates eight locations across Oregon and became employee-owned in 2019. Their reputation for hop-forward innovation has earned them numerous accolades, including multiple Oregon Brewery of the Year titles and international medals across beer styles.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve cold at 47C (3945F) in a tulip or IPA glass to concentrate the fruity aromatics. This IPA shines with picnic fare like grilled shrimp tacos, spicy Thai noodles, or tropical fruit salads. Its also a perfect match for lounging in the sun or your next backyard BBQ.

Breakside Brewerys Rainbows & Unicorns India Pale Ale is a magical ride through a fruit-forward hopscape, light, fun, and full of personality. Dont let the unicorns fool youthis session IPA is brewed with serious craft.