Bright X Garage Project Mount Hopmore West Coast IPA Can 440ml

Bold West Coast IPA with melon, strawberry, grapefruit and resinous hop intensity.

Bright X Garage Project Mount Hopmore West Coast IPA is a bold West Coast IPA with melon, strawberry, grapefruit and resinous hop intensity. Brewed at 6.3% ABV, this Australian and New Zealand collaboration delivers saturated hop aroma, juicy fruit flavour and classic West Coast bitterness without becoming harsh.

The palate opens with waves of ripe mango, mixed berries and grapefruit, followed by fresh melon and a deep resinous hop character. Cold pressed hop juice adds extra aroma and intensity, while a clean malt base keeps the beer bright, focused and refreshing.

A lively mojito style lift brings freshness to the finish, balancing the firm bitterness and bold hop flavour. This is a standout choice for those who enjoy modern West Coast IPA, expressive New Zealand hops and limited collaborations with plenty of personality.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh melon, ripe strawberry, grapefruit and resinous hops.

Palate: Juicy and expressive, with mango, mixed berries, citrus and saturated hop flavour.

Finish: Crisp and firmly bitter, with resin, grapefruit and a refreshing mojito style lift.

About The Breweries And Region

Bright Brewery was established in 2005 in the alpine town of Bright in Victoria’s High Country. The brewery began in two modest tin sheds and has grown into one of regional Victoria’s best known independent breweries.

Still family owned, Bright Brewery remains closely connected to its mountain home. The surrounding Victorian Alps, pristine water, local hop fields and outdoor culture all influence its identity and Mountain Crafted approach to beer.

Garage Project began in Wellington, New Zealand, as a tiny brewery founded by Pete Gillespie and Jos Ruffell with help from Pete’s brother Ian. Starting on a small brewing system gave the team the freedom to experiment, take risks and create beers that challenged traditional expectations.

The brewery has grown considerably, but creativity and experimentation remain central to its identity. Garage Project has become one of New Zealand’s most influential craft breweries, particularly known for hop driven beers, collaborations and striking artwork.

Mount Hopmore was created for Bright Brewery’s 2026 Darker Days festival. The collaboration brings together Bright’s Victorian High Country identity and Garage Project’s Wellington brewing creativity, united by a shared love of mountains and expressive hops.

Details

Breweries: Bright Brewery and Garage Project
Style: West Coast IPA
ABV: 6.3%
IBU: 55
Availability: Limited Seasonal Collaboration Release
Region: Bright, Victoria and Wellington, New Zealand
Can Size: 440ml
Hops: Luna, Southern Cross, Motueka, Nelson Sauvin
Key Notes: Melon, strawberry, grapefruit, mango, mixed berries, resinous hops