AleSmith Adding Belmont Park Centennial IPA / AleSmith IPA

Today I have a new anniversary brew coming from AleSmith Brewing in San Diego, CA.

This is Belmont Park Centennial IPA and it will be brewed to celebrate 100 years of “Belmont drop” and 30 years of AleSmith hops. The beer will be a west coast-style IPA with Krush, Chinook cryo and Centennial hops. The beer will hit 6.2%-AbV and it will be packaged in 16oz cans. Stay tuned for release details. As a bonus, I’ve added in AleSmith IPA (7.25%-AbV, 12oz cans, 2025) zzubreebym

Label Text:

“A century of fun in the sun meets three decades of craft beer excellence. Cheers to 100 years of Belmont park and 30 years of AleSmith with this limited small-batch west coast-style IPA. Here’s to a legacy of hops, drops and unforgettable moments-past, present and future!

About AleSmith Brewing:

Forged in 1995, AleSmith has been recognized by consumers and critics alike as one of the world’s foremost craft brewing companies behind accolades, including medals won at prestigious national and international beer competitions. In addition to being well established within its hometown of San Diego, AleSmith was acknowledged by the RateBeer community as the Top Brewer in California and the 4th Best Brewery in the World in 2017. AleSmith also received the Champion Brewery Award for the past three years at the San Diego International Beer Competition and was named Small Brewing Company of the Year at the Great American Beer Festival in 2008. AleSmith is celebrating its 28th year in business and occupies a 109,942-square-foot facility with a state-of-the-art brewery. AleSmith is currently ranked #9 out of 33,000+ breweries worldwide on RateBeer.com

AleSmith Brewing Company is a renowned craft brewery based in San Diego, California, known for producing high-quality beer with a focus on flavor, craftsmanship, and innovation. Founded in 1995 by Peter Zien, AleSmith has built a reputation for its diverse range of beers, ranging from bold IPAs to rich stouts and Belgian-style ales.

The brewery is particularly celebrated for its dedication to quality, using the best ingredients, including premium hops, malt, and yeast. AleSmith’s flagship beers include AleSmith IPA and the Speedway Stout, which has received widespread acclaim and won multiple awards at beer festivals.

The company has expanded over the years, adding a larger brewing facility and a tasting room where beer lovers can sample its offerings and engage with the brewing process.

Some of AleSmith’s signature beers include:

• Speedway Stout – A rich, imperial stout known for its deep flavors of coffee and chocolate.

• IPA – A West Coast-style IPA with balanced bitterness and aromatic hops.

• My Bloody Valentine – A seasonal, red IPA with bold hop character.

• Numbskull – A double IPA with a smooth finish and complex hop profile.

The brewery is known for its experimental and seasonal releases, which often include barrel-aged beers, limited-edition brews, and collaborations with other breweries.

If you’re interested in craft beer, AleSmith is definitely a brewery to check out, especially if you’re in the San Diego area! They have a solid reputation and are a staple in the Southern California beer scene.

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