JACKSONVILLE, Fla \u2014 Florida State College at Jacksonville announced its teaming up with Fernandina Beach brewery First Love Brewing to launch a new beer in honor of the college\u2019s 60th anniversary.<\/p>\n
FSCJ described Manta Rays Ale as a Belgian blonde ale with blood orange hues that \u201coffers a crisp, clean finish, elevated by a subtle citrus brightness that gives the brew its distinctive sunset-inspired glow.\u201d The beer has an alcohol content of 6.0%, symbolic to the college\u2019s 60th anniversary.<\/p>\n
First Love Brewing is located on S. 8th Ave near Atlantic Ave. and is owned by FSCJ alum Kevin O\u2019Brien and his wife Jessie.<\/p>\n
\u201cFSCJ provided the foundation for my professional journey, so being able to craft the official anniversary beer is a full-circle moment,\u201d said O\u2019Brien. \u201cWe developed Manta Rays Ale to be approachable, yet distinct, perfect for a Florida celebration.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we celebrate our 60th anniversary, we wanted to highlight the incredible things our alumni are doing in the Jacksonville community,\u201d said FSCJ President John Avendano, Ph.D. \u201cPartnering with Kevin and First Love Brewing allows us to toast to our history with a product that was literally born from the success of one of our graduates.\u201d<\/p>\n
FSCJ says Manta Rays Ale will be available at select anniversary events as well as on tap at First Love Brewing.<\/p>\n
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