Elysian Brewing Revealing 2025 Bifrost Winter Ale

It’s not much of a packaging change so far, but today I have the 2025 packaging for a returning winter classic from Elysian Brewing in Seattle. WA.

This is 2025 Bifrost and it will remain a winter ale that will hit 8.3%-AbV. The beer will be packaged in 12oz cans and 12oz bottles. Stay tuned for release details.  zzubreebym

Label Text:

“Bifrost is our lively winter brew, a bold pale ale with citrus notes and earthy hop character balanced by a smooth malt backbone. Unfiltered and may contain sediment.”

About Elysian Brewing:

We opened our doors in 1996 when bold art and music defined Seattle.

Over the past 25 years, we’ve carried this same spirit in the way we brew our beer – shaking up classic styles, using unusual ingredients, and learning from experimentation. We push creativity beyond the brews. Each beer label is made by our in-house team who pull inspiration from design, photography, clay, paint, needlepoint, and even the occasional tattoo.

Come chase down the rabbit hole with us.

Elysian Brewing, founded in Seattle in 1996, is known for its innovative and creative brewing, particularly its IPAs and pumpkin beers, and has expanded to include multiple brewpubs and a production brewery.

History and Founding:

• Elysian Brewing was founded in 1996 by Dick Cantwell, David Buhler, and Joe Bisacca, with their first brewpub opening in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood.
• Brewing Philosophy:

  Elysian is known for its commitment to innovation and experimentation, brewing over 350 different recipes since its inception.

• Brewpubs:

  Elysian operates multiple brewpubs in Seattle, including the original Capitol Hill location, Elysian Fields (near the sports arenas), and other locations.

• IPAs and Pumpkin Beers:

  Elysian is particularly known for its IPAs, including the Space Dust series, and its seasonal pumpkin beers, which are celebrated at the annual Great Pumpkin Beer Festival.

• Production Brewery:

  While Elysian had a production brewery in Seattle, it was shut down in December 2024.

• Acquisition:

  In 2015, Elysian Brewing was acquired by Anheuser-Busch.

• Awards:

  Elysian has won multiple awards, including the Large Brewpub of the Year award at the Great American Beer Festival in 1999, 2003, and 2004.

• Label Design:

  Elysian’s in-house team creates unique beer labels, drawing inspiration from various art forms.