DURHAM, N.H. – Smuttynose Brewing Company and the University of New Hampshire have partnered to brew a session ale to celebrate UNH’s 150^th anniversary. Called 1866 (the year UNH was founded), the session ale will be for sale and on tap at numerous locations throughout the Seacoast beginning March 13.

“We’re really excited to help the university celebrate such a major milestone,” said Peter Egelston, founder and president of Smuttynose Brewing Company. “UNH has such a storied history and legacy, and we’re honored to help commemorate that.”

In response to the rapidly expanding brewing industry, UNH will launch a new minor in brewing science this fall as well as open a pilot brewery and testing lab and offer professional development courses for the public. Currently there are only a handful of laboratories around the country that provide analytical testing services to the beer industry.

“This collaboration is another example of our commitment to working with business and industry throughout the state to connect them with intellectual resources and facilities at the university and address their workforce needs,” said Marc Sedam, managing director of UNHInnovation. “The beer will celebrate our efforts to support the beer industry in the near and long-term which will in turn provide internships and job opportunities for our graduates.”

UNH and Smuttynose encourage responsible drinking for those 21 years of age or older.

In 2016 the University of New Hampshire launched the largest fundraising campaign in its history to provide critical support for students, faculty, infrastructure and programs. Learn more about CELEBRATE 150: The Campaign for UNH and how you can help reach the $275 million goal.