The Bruery Adding Shot Of Courage Tequila Wheatwine

This morning brings another standout music‑lyric‑inspired beer release from The Bruery in Placentia, California, and this one is destined to grab attention the moment fans see the name. The beer is called Shot of Courage, and if it rings a bell, it’s because the phrase comes straight from the iconic Eagles track Tequila Sunrise, featuring the memorable lyric: “Take another shot of courage.” For craft beer fans, music lovers, and collectors of The Bruery’s themed releases, this 2026 edition is shaping up to be one of the year’s most buzzworthy barrel‑aged offerings.

A Tequila Barrel‑Aged Wheatwine Ale With Agave, Orange & Pomegranate

The Bruery is known for pushing boundaries with bold, high‑gravity, barrel‑aged beers, and Shot of Courage fits perfectly into that tradition. This 2026 release will be a Tequila barrel‑aged wheatwine ale, a style that blends the rich, silky sweetness of wheatwine with the earthy, herbal, spirit‑driven character of tequila barrels. To amplify the theme, The Bruery layers in agave, orange, and pomegranate, creating a flavor profile that nods directly to the citrus‑and‑agave backbone of a sunrise cocktail.

Expect a beer that’s:

• Bold, boozy, and dessert‑leaning
• Citrus‑bright with orange and pomegranate
• Agave‑sweetened with tequila‑barrel depth
• Perfect for collectors of The Bruery’s high‑ABV, barrel‑aged specialties

High‑ABV, High‑Impact, Classic Bruery Craftsmanship

Clocking in at 15.9% ABV, Shot of Courage lands squarely in The Bruery’s wheelhouse of big, expressive, barrel‑aged beers. Fans of their wheatwines, barleywines, and spirit‑barrel projects will immediately recognize the signature intensity and layered complexity that define the brewery’s most sought‑after releases.

Packaging & Release Format

This 2026 edition of Shot of Courage will be packaged in 12.7‑oz bottles, continuing The Bruery’s long‑established format for its limited, barrel‑aged, high‑gravity beers. These bottles are ideal for cellaring, sharing, and collecting, especially for fans who follow The Bruery’s annual themed releases.

Stay Tuned for Release Details & Tasting Notes

Official release dates, distribution information, and full tasting notes will follow as The Bruery moves closer to launch. Given the brewery’s track record with tequila‑barrel projects and high‑ABV wheatwines, Shot of Courage is poised to be one of the standout limited releases of 2026.

Label Text The Bruery Shot Of Courage”

“Grab life by the glass — Shot of Courage dares you to sip boldly. Tequila barrels cradle earthy agave, bright citrus, and multi‑grain bread aromas, while sweet orange and pomegranate flavors roar across a full‑bodied, long finish. Dark copper with ruby edges, it’s your fearless partner for al pastor tacos, elote, or shrimp ceviche adventures.”

About The Bruery:

The Bruery is a craft brewery located in Orange County, CA, known for innovative, inspired, taste-forward beers that push the boundaries of what beer can be. Along with two Tasting Room locations in Orange County, and a store in Washington D.C., The Bruery runs three beer premium beer clubs: The Preservation Society®, The Reserve Society®, and The Hoarders Society®. The Bruery offers direct to consumer delivery across CA, DC, PA, VA, VT, ND, OH, and NH, along with national distribution in 29 states.

To understand what makes The Bruery truly special, you first have to understand how we started: just Patrick Rue in his kitchen with a thirst for knowledge and a passion for how interesting beer can be. It was his passion and insatiable curiosity that led him to open a brewery, build a team of world-class like-minded brewers and eventually earn the title of Master Cicerone. This unique combination of unwavering creativity, unquestionable expertise, and relentless innovation, drive us to craft beers that quite frankly, might change the way you think about beer.

Taste Over Style
This really sums up our brewing philosophy. We never shoot for a specific style, instead we let taste act as our compass. We take our inspiration from the culinary world, traditional beer styles, natural ingredients, vineyards and even junk food, but wherever that journey takes us – taste is our guide.

Like Nothing You’ve Ever Tasted Before

This is our promise, and our goal. Every time you open a beer from The Bruery, we love to see the wow on your face, and the “how’d they do that?” in your eyes. Ultimately we believe this experience just makes live a little bit more interesting. Our beers spark conversations, complement meals, and bring people together. They might even change the way you think about beer.

Where The Bruers Relax
Offshoot is what The Bruers drink when they’re off the clock. Nothing better to help you Relax, Escape, Retreat, or Coast. 

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