In a tribute to its 1982 establishment in Ballard, Redhook Ale Brewery will host a release party for its Big Ballard Imperial IPA from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on April 22 at The Old Pequliar.

The Ballard News-Tribune was invited to learn about and sample the new beer April 21 in preparation for the official release.

The April 22 party, which is open to the public, will provide IPA lovers with some of the first sips of Redhook’s new imperial IPA.

The Big Ballard Imperial IPA release party will feature happy hour pricing, live music and prize give-aways, including a grand prize of a $1,000 Redhook Ale Brewery Gift Certificate.

For residents unable to attend the release party, Big Ballard Imperial IPA will be available in 22-ounce bottles and on draught in the area beginning in late April.

The Old Pequliar is located at 1722 N.W. Market St.