Cornwall’s Pipeline Brewing Co has partnered with Ukrainian brewers PZDK and Zen Brewery in solidarity against the Russian invasion.
The unique brew will raise money for the Disasters Emergency Committee: Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal.
“Illia Godinia, owner of PDZK Brewery, first reached out in mid-March, asking for help,” said Pipeline Brewery owner,
Jonny Cooper. “He was calling for support of Ukraine by spreading a message of alliance throughout the international brewing community, during the awful events happening throughout their country.
“Beer has always brought people together and that is exactly what this beer will do — it will give people the chance to show their support for Ukraine and toast to a better future.”
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February. Many Cornish businesses have since been showing their support through profit donation and sponsored events.
Illia said: “I am a volunteer in Ukraine’s territorial defence, carrying out my duty for the people of Ukraine. I help to sort and collect the help needed by refugees and soldiers on the front line. It’s not fun at all here right now, but we hold on.
Jonny Cooper (left) and Illia Godinia
“Together we are doing everything possible to win the war against Russia. We are asking other breweries to support our people. The beer industry of independent breweries is on the verge of extinction. Everything we have created and developed over the years has been ruined by this terrible war! We really need your support.
“I was very touched when Jonny agreed to work together on this collaboration. I feel that with his support we are brothers in beer.”
The outcome for Pipeline Brewing Co was a pale ale named Solidarity, brewed in collaboration with PZDK. The label bears the colours of the Ukrainian flag.
“We’ve used tasting notes of Simcoe, Citra, and El Dorado hops, making for a vibrant, juicy beer,” said Jonny. “The profits from Solidarity will go directly to DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, a charity that is providing food, water, shelter, and medical assistance for the affected people of Ukraine and neighbouring countries.”
To purchase Solidarity and support DEC you can visit Pipeline Brewing Co at Great Western Railway Yard, St Agnes, on Fridays from 4pm, or DM them via their social media channels.
