Rare Trait has taken many different forms over the years, but Ripe Trait is one of our favorite mutations. This is the fourth time we've released it, utilizing 550 pounds of Cresthaven peaches from our friends at Bella Bolettino Farms in Palisade, Colorado.
This family farm has grown and delivered the peaches for Ripe Trait since 2020, driving them down to us themselves each year. Once the peaches arrive, our team spends about six hours halving, pitting and squishing the entire lot by hand before adding them to the beer.
They’re exceptionally juicy peaches, which means the whole team is covered in peach juice by the end of the shift. More importantly, all that fresh fruit brings a surprisingly subtle peach character to the beer; a nuanced take on Rare Trait that drinks like a true product of the season.
Ripe Trait returns Friday 8/28 - only in our taprooms and only on draft.
