It has hit the shelves. The 2025 version of Sierra Nevada Brewing’s famous Celebration Ale!
I know that Sierra Nevada wants us to call it a Fresh Hop IPA, and I get it. But we will always call it Celebration Ale, my friend.
So, I have had it. One so far. And every year I try to pull something different from the previous years, like everyone else. I can’t so far, from just the one beer. Cleaner, is the only note that comes to mind at the moment.
I will enjoy testing and documenting it more.
Here are some takes on Celebration ’25 from Untappd users:
“Still great, but the fresh hop character isn’t as prominent as in ’24.” – Lone P
“More subdudued and malty?” – MBBrews1
“This one is maltier and a bit less hoppy.” – Lone P
“Not enjoying the hop profile this year. Disapointing. I was really excited for this batch too.” – Chad O
“Excellent.” – Ralph C
Now I have to dive back in and see if I get that it’s maltier than the previous year.
If you ever wondered how they choose the Fresh Hops for Celebration, have a gander:
Cheers!
-Mikey
