Our final release of 2025 is here, our annual collaboration with the students of
@ncad_dublin
Each year, NCAD students take part in a design competition, with the winning artwork featured on our end-of-year label. This yearâs winning student is Laurynas Butkus
@hhumanworks , with the stunning piece titled Snowboard. We instantly felt in love with the colour palette and the way it blends winter vibes with bold, playful tones, a perfect fit for this release.
Laurynas is a Lithuanian illustrator and artist whose work is driven by connection, storytelling, and deep human emotion. Through a variety of styles, his passion for creating meaningful, shareable experiences continues to inspire, making Snowboard a natural choice for this collaboration.
And now, the beer is officially out in the wild.
The Beer
Snowboard is a highly drinkable 5.1% New England Pale Ale. On the nose, bright citrus leads the way , orange zest and lemon peel, followed by bursts of stone fruit: pear, apricot, and a subtle hint of cherry from Rakau hops. Light earthy pine and resin notes round out the aromatics, beautifully complementing the vibrant fruit character.
On the palate, juicy citrus and soft tropical fruit take centre stage, flowing into gentle peach and pear notes. Mid-sip, a subtle yet confident piney bitterness brings balance and structure, keeping the beer clean and refreshing. The finish is dry, snappy, and pleasantly lingering.
A huge thank you to lecturer John Slade, the NCAD team, and all the students involved in this fantastic project. Weâre proud to continue this collaboration and canât wait to see what next year brings.
Cheers!