Gigantic Brewing & Bauman’s Cider Collaborate On Afterglow Cans

Today, I have a new collaboration beer coming from Gigantic Brewing in Portland, Oregon:

Welcome AFTERGLOW

A beer-cider hybrid glowing with orchard charm
We love beer. Bauman’s loves cider. So naturally, we decided to smash them together and see what happens. Spoiler: it worked. Really, really well.

Meet Afterglow—our collaboration with Bauman’s Cider that’s part beer, part cider, and all kinds of dangerously drinkable. We started with a crisp pilsner malt backbone, added freshly pressed Oregon apple juice from Bauman’s orchard, and kissed it with Mosaic and Willamette hops. The result? A golden 7% hybrid that shimmers in the glass and tastes like sunshine breaking through the trees.

It’s bright. It’s crisp. It’s got that apple snap, a touch of fruity hops, and a finish so refreshing you’ll probably find yourself halfway through your second before you even realize it. We called it Afterglow because it leaves you with that same warm, golden feeling you get at the end of a perfect day—or, you know, after a couple pours of this beauty.
This isn’t your standard cider. And it sure as hell isn’t your standard beer. It’s both, it’s neither, and it might just be your new favorite way to drink your way from late summer into fall.

Available this Friday on tap and in cans at all three Gigantic locations. Grab a pint, snag a four-pack, and keep an eye out for it in the wild—on draft at your favorite Portland bars and in the cooler at better beer shops near you.

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About Gigantic Brewing:

Gigantic Brewing Company is a Portland, Oregon-based brewery known for its focus on high-quality, exceptional beer rather than large-scale production. They are known for their rotating selection of one-off beers and a dedication to consistent quality. Founded in 2012 by Van Havig and Ben Love, Gigantic initially focused on packaging-first but quickly found success with their taproom. They now have multiple taprooms in Portland, including the original location, a Robot Room, and a Hawthorne Pub. 

Founders and Philosophy:
Gigantic Brewing was founded by Van Havig and Ben Love, who prioritize exceptional beer and consistent quality over large production volumes. 

Rotating Selection:
Gigantic is known for its ever-changing selection of beers, with a focus on one-off beers and limited releases, rather than a core lineup of year-round beers. 

Taprooms:
They have three locations in Portland: the original taproom, the Gigantic Robot Room (at Rocket Empire Machine), and the Gigantic Hawthorne Pub. 

All-Ages Locations:
The Robot Room and the Hawthorne Pub are all-ages, while the original taproom does not allow minors. 

Food:
The Gigantic Hawthorne Pub is the only location that serves food. 

Barrel-Aged Beers:
Gigantic also produces barrel-aged beers, including their annual MASSIVE! Barleywine. 

Distribution:
While focused on quality, Gigantic beers can be found in Oregon, Washington, California, and other locations.