About
Our Flag Ship Beers
Bush Popper Light - American Light Pilsner
ABV- 4.7%, IBU - 20, Hops- Simcoe, HBC-638
A nowhere to hide approach to an American style pilsner. We took our time to lager this beer ensuring a Crisp, Clean and low ABV pilsner. With Subtle notes of cereal, biscuit, sweet fruit with a slightly bitter finish.
Barn Raiser IPA - Northwest IPA
ABV - 6.9%, IBU- 65, Hops- Mosaic, Citra and Columbus
Our flagship IPA. Big notes of Pine, Citrus and Dank (cannabis). Great beer for the IPA fan. Still very clean, but with the extra kick an IPA drinker is looking for.
Canyon Crusher - American Pale Ale
ABV - 5.9%, IBU - 40, Hops- Citra, Simcoe, Idaho 7
Light, crisp American pale with notes of Citrus and tropical fruit cup. Too aromatic to be a traditional pale, but too crushable to be a traditional IPA. Hits right in the middle in the perfect way. This recipe won 1st place pale at the 2023 Fresh Hop Ale Fest and People's Choice at Public House Pre-Harvest Party.
Irish I Was a Cowboy - Irish Stout w/ Nitro
ABV-5.0%, IBU-20, Hops- Chinook, Cascade
Traditional Irish Stout with big notes of coffee and chocolate with low astringency. Mixed Gas/Nitro giving a Creamy mouthfeel.
Buckle Bunny Blonde Ale
ABV -5.5%, IBU - 15, Hops- Cascade, HBC-630
Light and easy drinking Blonde Al, perfect for the hot weather. Clean, malty sweetness with very low bitterness and subtle fruity esters.
My Oh My IPA
ABV - 7.0%, IBU- 20, Hops- Mosaic, HBC-630 and HBC-638
We hit a home run with this one, just in time for baseball season. Go M's! A clean and clear IPA with huge aromatic notes of berry, pineapple and tropical fruit. Medium body, with a sweet (but not malty) backbone and low bitterness.
MEET THE TEAM
JT Wattenberg - HEAD BREWER
Born and raised in SEA/TAC and a WSU alum. JT got his brew training in Southwold, England as an apprentice under Fergus Fitzgerald. Upon his return the states, he worked as a lab technician for White Labs yeast in San Diego, brewer/cask master Fremont Brewing and Lead Brewer for Silver City Brewing.
Before making the move to Outskirts, JT was managing the Research & Development Brewery for Yakima Chief Hops. Where he was able to take a large part in development of new hop products and best brew practices.
A lover of Beer, Baseball and his dog Ellie. JT is always happy to chat your ear off about any one of them. If you spot him at Outskirts don't be shy and say hello!
Brian Paxton - BREWER
Brian’s brewing journey began in a heavy metal band where they began brewing their own beer which sparked his passion. In 2014 he started Wook's Craft and Cork taproom in the Tri-Cities, where his creative passion took off. In 2016 he was a part of a collaboration at Hermiston, creating the "Neck Nest."
At Outskirts, Brian values learning from JT and experimenting with new beers, seeing mistakes as chances for innovation.
An Outskirts highlight was winning the Fresh Hopps Award with his team. When you see Brian at Outskirts, feel free to chat about Harleys, beer, and baseball. Remember his motto: "Every mistake is an opportunity to make something new.
CHEF JOSH WALDON
Chef Josh has been a proud member of the Yakima culinary scene since 2002, honing his skills alongside many talented chefs and cooks in the valley. With a passion for local ingredients and a deep love for the Yakima community, Chef Josh has made his mark with a variety of culinary experiences, including his longest tenure at Zesta Cucina.
Always eager to learn and grow, Chef Josh continues to explore new techniques while crafting dishes that perfectly complement the unique brews at Outskirts Brewing Co. He is thrilled to continue his culinary journey in the heart of Yakima, celebrating both the rich food culture and the vibrant local community.
Ownership
The Outskirts is owned and operated by Yakima Valley natives Joe Catron, Patrick Gasseling, Chase Webster, Josh Johnson, and Cody Beebe. Each member of this team are home-grown entrepreneurs that bring their own unique perspectives, experiences, and skill sets to achieve a shared desire; to create a place where people just like themselves, workin’ boots and all, could walk right in, enjoy a great meal and a good beer in a place that feels like home. It’s in this spirit that the team invites you come-as-you-are, and you will always be welcomed into an experience that is both a little different and altogether familiar.