Birmingham — Shady Spot Pale Ale can by Trim Tab. (Freshwater Land Trust)

Just in time for Earth Day, Trim Tab has released a new beer inspired by Shades Creek and the work of the Freshwater Land Trust (FLT).

Called Shady Spot Pale Ale, the easy-drinking beer is made with Cascade, Chinook, Centennial and Simcoe Hops. It’s Trim Tab’s inaugural edition of their new Watershed Series which supports the land trust, trails, clean water and the environment.

A portion of the proceeds go directly to FLT.

Why Shades Creek?

Spotlighting Shades Creek, especially now with the expansion of the Shades Creek Greenway, is a great move according to the land trust.

“Shades Creek is particularly special to FLT as it is highlighted in both our conservation work and our trail system; FLT has protected over 1,000 acres of land along Shades Creek since our founding in 1996.”
Rebekah Correia, Outreach and Communications Director, Freshwater Land Trust

Check out February’s, Bham Now story and photos of the new trail addition.

In addition to the greenway, Shades Creek is also home to many kinds of salamanders. So much so, that Friends of Shades Creek has held an annual Salamander Festival near the popular creek in Homewood for two decades.

More nature-friendly Trim Tab beers to come

Along with helping bring awareness to Shades Creek, FLT is also grateful to be the first in Trim Tab’s series of beers celebrating our watersheds.

“We were thrilled to be approached by TrimTab for the first edition of their Watershed Series. Their team considered every aspect in crafting this beer, both in the style of the brew and the branding on the cans. The can art was designed by local graphic designer (and conservation enthusiast) Kyle Humphries, who FLT worked with last fall on decal and shirt designs, so we were excited to work with him again for this project!”
Rebekah Correia, Outreach and Communications Director, Freshwater Land Trust

The current limited batch of Shady Spot Pale Ale can be purchased on draft and in cans at Trim Tab Brewery’s taproom.

Have you tried the new Shady Spot Pale Ale? Which local natural wonder do you think Trim Tab should feature next? Tag us @bhamnow to let us know!