{"id":23815,"date":"2020-05-07T13:04:30","date_gmt":"2020-05-07T20:04:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/?p=23815"},"modified":"2020-05-07T13:04:32","modified_gmt":"2020-05-07T20:04:32","slug":"alesmith-brews-support-for-frontline-workers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/2020\/05\/07\/alesmith-brews-support-for-frontline-workers\/","title":{"rendered":"AleSmith brews support for frontline workers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>SAN DIEGO\u00a0<em>(MAY 5, 2020)<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/alesmith.com\/\">AleSmith Brewing Company<\/a>, along with their newly-created nonprofit, Anvil of Hope, have teamed up to create\u00a0<strong>AleSmith for Hope Hazy IPA<\/strong>. This exciting release demonstrates the local brewery\u2019s tangible commitment to the community as they \u201cpour it forward\u201d to help frontline workers during the current COVID -19 crisis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhile many breweries are doing their best to manage during this global pandemic, we believe it is our duty to give back to members of the community who are \u2018giving it their all\u2019 during these trying times,\u201d says Peter Zien, owner of AleSmith. \u201cIt makes perfect sense for us to do what we do best, and through that, be able to lend a hand to others across the county.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AleSmith Brewing Company collaborated with Anvil of Hope to donate proceeds of their newly created beer to members of the San Diego community who have been\u00a0impacted in many different ways by COVID-19.\u00a0Proceeds from\u00a0AleSmith for Hope Hazy IPA\u00a0will go to organizations which support the mission of Anvil of Hope and will be specifically earmarked to help frontline workers and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith.jpeg?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith-scaled.jpeg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith-scaled.jpeg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith-scaled.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith-scaled.jpeg?resize=2048%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/archives.csusm.edu\/westcoastersd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/alesmith-scaled.jpeg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Crafted with the American spirit, AleSmith for Hope Hazy IPA is packed with intense aromas of\u00a0pineapple, citrus, and tropical fruits. It\u2019s light body and smooth finish make this a brew that\u2019s perfect for every occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AleSmith invites organizations to team with them in promoting this exceptional beer, to help serve those in need throughout the U.S. AleSmith teamed up with Blindtiger Design on the development of the Anvil of Hope; Blindtiger recently led AleSmith Brewing Company through a packaging rebrand.\u00a0 AleSmith for Hope Hazy IPA will be available in July, stay tuned for details to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hazy India Pale Ale Specs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7.5% ABV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>15 IBU<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ABOUT ANVIL OF HOPE&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anvil of Hope is the non-profit brainchild of AleSmith Brewing Company\u2019s owners, Peter and&nbsp;Vicky Zien, who are deeply committed to providing assistance to the San Diego community and beyond. Low-income families, those who are facing homelessness, youth who are aging out of foster care and citizens who are&nbsp;experiencing temporary hardships, are at the heart of their mission. A bevy of services will be offered with the goal being to set individuals up for long-term success rather than simply providing temporary relief.&nbsp; A volunteer staff of \u201cAnvil Angels\u201d and \u201cAngel Contractors\u201d will help offer their personal touch and support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ABOUT ALESMITH BREWING COMPANY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forged in 1995, AleSmith has been recognized by consumers and critics alike as one of the world\u2019s foremost craft brewing companies, with accolades that include 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 6th Best Brewery in the World in 2019. The brewery is also a three-time winner of the Champion Brewery Award at the San Diego International Beer Competition, where it received a Gold Medal in 2019 for Nut Brown English Brown Ale. Further recognition for individual beers includes a 2016 Gold Medal for Old Numbskull, and a 2017 Bronze Medal for Wee Heavy at the Great American Beer Festival. AleSmith occupies a 109,942 square-foot facility with a state-of-the-art brewery. AleSmith\u2019s range of acclaimed beers includes Speedway Stout, Nut Brown Ale, and San Diego Pale Ale .394, distributed in 28 U.S. states and eight countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>How is your business supporting the local community? 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