Sierra Nevada Northern Hemisphere Harvest Ale Returning For 2025 In 12oz Cans

This morning I have a returning wet hop classic coming back from Sierra Nevada Brewing in Chico, California and Mills River, North Carolina. This is Northern Hemisphere Harvest Wet Hop IPA and this is the 2025 crop version. This beer will hit 6.7%-AbV and look for Sierra Nevada Northern Hemisphere Harvest Ale to be packaged in these new 12oz cans. Stay tuned for late summer 2025 release details.

This 22 Sept 2025 update from Sierra Nevada:

Rush the harvest home
Centennial hops are picked, shipped, and in the kettle within 24 hours. Northern Hemisphere IPA is a pioneer of wet hop beers, capturing the freshest flavors of citrus blossom, rose, and pine.
 
This one’s beloved and clears out quickly, so be ready tomorrow. Bonus: we revived a classic design for our faithful fans!
 
On sale: Tuesday, Sept. 23
11:00 a.m. Pacific
NORTHERN HEMISPHERE IPA
Mills River Gift Shop: available 9/23
Chico Gift Shop: available now

Beer Stats
ABV: 6.7%
IBU: 67

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Label Text Sierra Nevada Northern Hemisphere Harvest Ale:

“2025 Crop. Wet Hop IPA. Purest Ingredients, finest quality. Family owned, operated and argued over”

About Aierra Nevada Brewing:

Inspired by frequent trips to the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, Ken Grossman founded Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in 1980 and it remains family-owned and operated. Highly regarded for using only the finest quality ingredients, Sierra Nevada has set the standard for craft brewers worldwide with innovations in the brewhouse and in its sustainability efforts. The pioneering spirit that launched Sierra Nevada now spans both coasts with breweries in Chico, California and Mills River, North Carolina. Sierra Nevada is famous for its extensive line of beers including Pale Ale, Hazy Little Thing®, Torpedo® and a host of seasonal, specialty and limited release beers. Learn more at www.sierranevada.com.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is a craft brewery in Chico, California that was founded in 1980 by Ken Grossman and Paul Camusi. It’s the longest-running craft startup in the United States.

Features

Known for: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, which is the best-selling craft beer in the country
Other beers: Bigfoot, Celebration Ale, and Resilience Butte County Proud IPA
Brewing techniques: Uses premium ingredients and time-honored brewing techniques
Environmental initiatives: Pioneering new environmental initiatives

History

The original brewhouse was hand-built by Grossman
Grossman found tanks, pipes, and valves for the brewery at salvage yards and defunct dairies
The name comes from Grossman’s love of hiking in the Sierra Nevada mountains
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is a highly influential and popular craft brewery in the United States, founded in 1979 by Ken Grossman and Paul Camusi. They are known for their quality, integrity, and commitment to sustainability. Sierra Nevada is a family business, with Ken Grossman still involved in the brewery’s operations. They have a flagship beer, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, which is a top-selling craft brand.


Founding and Early Years:


Sierra Nevada started as a homebrewing passion for Ken Grossman, who eventually opened a homebrew shop and then founded the brewery. He hand-built his first brewhouse, utilizing salvaged equipment.
Growth and Expansion:The brewery grew rapidly, expanding its production and opening a second location in Mills River, North Carolina in 2014.


Focus on Quality and Sustainability:


Sierra Nevada emphasizes quality in its brewing process, using premium ingredients and time-honored techniques. They are also known for their commitment to sustainability, having earned the “Green Business of the Year” award from the EPA.

Key Products: Besides their flagship Pale Ale, Sierra Nevada produces a wide range of beers, including Torpedo Extra IPA, Kellerweis, and various seasonal and limited-release brews.

Impact and Influence:Sierra Nevada is considered one of the earliest and most influential American craft breweries, playing a significant role in the craft beer movement.

Community and Philanthropy:Sierra Nevada is involved in community outreach and has partnerships with organizations like the National Park Foundation.

Visit and Experience:Sierra Nevada has a taproom and restaurant in Chico, California, where visitors can sample their beers and enjoy farm-to-table fare. They also have a live music venue and offer brewery tours.