Ghostfish Brewing Co. has launched Kick Step IPA, a bold and gluten-free Northwest India Pale Ale, brewed to benefit Washington-based nonprofit The Mountaineers. Inspired by the 1906 founded outdoor-minded organization, the Seattle brewery created the hop bill with Comet — one of the oldest hops cultivated in the United States — and progressed forward with Columbus, Simcoe and Denali for a flavors of citrus, pine and tropical fruit.

Peaks and Pints will host the South Sound released party for Ghostfish’s Kick Step IPA at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 19. Kick Step IPA will flow from the Tacoma Proctor District bottle shop, taproom and restaurant’s Western red cedar tap log; cans will be available to take on the go.

According to Kick Step IPA hype, “Ghostfish Brewing and The Mountaineers were both founded on the idea of transcending limits. We thrive on a spirit of wonder, a sense of adventure, and a commitment to the wild places of the Pacific Northwest. We’re powered by strong passionate communities who support our missions. Whether it’s distinctive craft beer made from high-quality, low-impact grains or unique, life-changing experiences in the outdoors, we believe life is meant to be lived and lived well – no matter who you are. Kick Step IPA is a liquid representation of our shared values, with proceeds benefiting The Mountaineers.”

That’s kick ass. That’s Kick Step IPA.

GHOSTFISH BREWING/MOUNTAINEERS KICK STEP IPA RELEASE PARTY, 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, Peaks and Pints, 3816. N. 26^th St., Basecamp Proctor, Tacoma, no cover