Craft Beer Collaboration for a Worthy Cause
Virginia’s Popular Breweries Lost Rhino and Virginia Beer Company
Craft beer enthusiasts in Virginia have reason to cheer as two of the state’s popular breweries, Lost Rhino Brewing and Virginia Beer Company, have teamed together to launch a new beer under the Combat Common collaboration. The joint effort aims to support veterans in the region through Honor Flight Network, a nonprofit organization that arranges trips for veterans to visit military memorials in Washington, DC.
Brewing for a Cause
The collaboration beer, named Combat Common, is a hybrid style of beer, a California common beer with subtle hints of hops. This unique brew is intended to reflect the mission of Honor Flight Network and signify the coming together of the two breweries. The beer is being brewed by Lost Rhino in collaboration with Virginia Beer Company. The two breweries came up with the concept and recipe, and the beer is now being brewed by the highly experienced Lost Rhino team.
The Cause
One of Honor Flight Network’s primary goals is to honor and celebrate veterans while they are still alive, allowing them to see the memorials erected in their honor. Most veterans who served before the Korean War never have the chance to visit their Washington DC memorials. Honor Flight provides the opportunity for these aging heroes to experience the nation’s capital and create long-lasting memories with fellow veterans. A portion of the proceeds from each pint sold will go towards supporting the operation of Honor Flight Network.
The Flavor
Combat Common is an amber-colored beer with a refreshing crispness of a lager. The characteristic maltiness of the beer is counterbalanced by the subtle hop aromas that give it a refreshing feel. The delightful taste of this beer is sure to entice craft beer lovers from near and far, and the best thing is that they can also contribute to a crucial cause while enjoying a delicious pint!
The Launch
Combat Common was launched on Memorial Day weekend of 2019 at both breweries. The beer was poured during the Lost Rhino Anniversary Festival in Virginia, with a portion of the sales proceeds from the sale of Combat Common being donated towards supporting Honor Flight Network. The beer was also launched simultaneously at Virginia Beer Company in collaboration with live music and delicious food.
The Collaboration
The collaboration between Virginia Beer Company and Lost Rhino Brewing is a testament to the brewing community’s spirit, which thrives on coming together to support a worthy cause. It demonstrates how breweries that may compete in the beer space can come together and work towards a crucial social responsibility.
Conclusion
Combat Common is not an ordinary beer, not only because it is a collaboration between two of the most renowned breweries in Virginia but also because it is a beer created for a noble cause. Virginia Beer Company and Lost Rhino Brewing have joined hands to support and give back to the veteran community through the Honor Flight Network. It is a perfect example of how craft brewers can come together and use their skills and craft to support the communities they represent. Grab a pint of Combat Common today to support the veterans and to enjoy this delectable beer!
