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Pennsylvania-based brewery Free Will Brewing has announced the release of an original beer inspired by the critically acclaimed video game, Elden Ring. The beer, aptly named "Rise Tarnished," a nod to one of Elden Ring's famous dialogue lines, is a Hazy India Pale Ale. It uses an exclusive blend of three hops to capture the essence of Elden Ring's mysterious world.
Elden Ring is one of the most popular games of 2022. This is evident in the way it crossed cultural boundaries, but Elden Ring did not become what it is today without taking inspiration from its predecessors. Elden Ring itself is influenced by a plethora of outside works, including RuneQuest, Game of Thrones, and Berserk. Obviously, there are vast and multitudinous references to Greek and Roman mythology as well as the Legend of Zelda and Lord of the Rings. Now others who are inspired by the endless world of Elden Ring have taken it upon themselves to expand the reach of the game to new mediums.
One Elden Ring fan, known as nosleeptilldeath, shared their excitement for the debut of the Elden Ring-inspired beer on Reddit, with a picture showcasing the epic packaging for the craft beer. As a passionate gaming fan, nosleeptilldeath pitched the idea of an Elden Ring beer to Free Will Brewery where they work. The brewery experimented with various designs before settling on one that resembles the vanguard starting class in Elden Ring, which fans of the game will immediately recognize. However, the artwork in the picture does not use any symbols or features from the game besides the tagline, "Rise Tarnished." This dedication from the brewery to create an authentic Elden Ring-inspired beer is a testament to the game's impact on popular culture and its ability to spur creative endeavors beyond the gaming world.
Finally convinced my brewery I work at to do an Elden Ring inspired beer!
by u/nosleeptilldeath in Eldenring
The Elden Ring-inspired beer is a Hazy India Pale Ale that uses an exclusive blend of three hops: Moutere, Pacific Sunrise, and Citrus with an alcohol content of 6.8%. It has already created a buzz among gamers and craft beer enthusiasts in Pennsylvania. In the comments section, several people ask where to purchase the newly released beer. Unfortunately for many, the beer is only available in select Pennsylvania tap rooms or for shipping within the state. Today marks the official release of this remarkable brew, and fans of Elden Ring and craft beer alike are eager to experience the unique flavor and packaging for themselves.
"Rise Tarnished" Hazy IPA from Free Will Brewing is an exciting addition to craft beer and video games. It is clear that the game inspired not only the creation of this beer but also a whole new wave of creative endeavors. While currently only available in select Pennsylvania locations, the buzz around the beer's release testifies to Elden Ring's impact on popular culture. It will be exciting to see if other breweries follow in Free Will's footsteps and create their own gaming-inspired brews.
Elden Ring is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.