After nearly two decades and thousands of IPAs, Fort George Brewery is celebrating its best-selling beer with the return of Vortex Month. Beginning April 1, Fort George will mark the 5th annual Vortex Month with five limited-release Vortex variants, special events across the Northwest, and exclusive merchandise — all dedicated to the brewery’s flagship IPA.
First brewed in 2007 on Fort George’s original 8.5-barrel brewhouse — which still operates today at the brewery’s Astoria pub — Vortex IPA has evolved alongside the brewery itself. Over the years, Fort George has refined the recipe, adjusted processes, and explored new hop combinations while maintaining the familiar flavor profile that made Vortex a Northwest favorite.
Like Fort George’s growth from a small team to one of Oregon’s largest independent breweries, Vortex continues to change with the times. The brewery says that its brewers remain committed to sourcing new hops, improving efficiency, and continually refining the beer to deliver the best possible pint.
Fort George launched the first Vortex Month in April 2021. Five years later, the brewery is celebrating with its most ambitious lineup yet. Throughout April, Fort George will host events across the Northwest, release limited merchandise, and showcase five special Vortex variants.
Limited Vortex Month Releases
Vor Tai P.A. — Available Now
A collaboration between Fort George and Alvarado Street Brewery, Vor Tai P.A. blends Vortex with Mai Tai P.A. for a tropical, fruity and highly drinkable IPA.
Omegatex — Available Now
A double dry-hopped Double IPA featuring Simcoe, Mosaic, Comet and Chinook hops. A returning favorite inspired by Fort George’s early Double IPA releases.
DDH Vortex — Available April 1
A double dry-hopped version of the classic Vortex IPA, featuring all the hops of the original plus an extra-heavy dry hop for a bolder, more intense experience.
Fuzztex — Available April 1
The first-ever hazy Vortex variant, brewed in collaboration with Structures Brewing. Featuring Citra, Simcoe and Chinook hops, Fuzztex delivers peachy, piney flavors with a soft, creamy mouthfeel.
Vorcille — Available April 14
A collaboration with Georgetown Brewing, Vorcille blends Vortex with Lucille for a bright, balanced West Coast IPA with peach-forward notes.
All five limited Vortex variants will be available on draft and in cans at the Fort George Pub in Astoria and throughout the Northwest for a limited time. The original Vortex IPA will also be available throughout the month.
Vortex Month celebrates one of the West Coast’s enduring IPA icons — and invites fans to revisit a beer that continues to evolve nearly two decades after its debut.
For more information about Vortex Month events, releases, and merchandise, visit Fort George Brewery or follow along on social media.
