After catching a great dance performance by the Alchemy Tap Project (ATP) at the Seattle Center, Wee found ourselves at Uptown Hophouse after stopping for Chinese food. This is a great place to wind down with a solid pint before heading home.
Scanning the tap list, I spotted a beer I hadn’t had for a while from one of Oregon’s finest: OMEGATEX DIPA by Fort George Brewing.
I know I can count on the Fort George process as they make some of our favorite beers, so seeing this massive 9% ABV double IPA on tap felt like a guaranteed win. Originally a classic from their vault, they brought OMEGATEX DIPA back for 2026, loaded up with a blend of Simcoe, Mosaic, Comet, Chinook, and Enigma hops.
A Pint of the Fort George OMEGATEX DIPA Please
When it comes to how the beer actually stacked up, it pours a clean, clear golden amber beneath a solid foamy white head. On the nose, you’re hit with a big, classic Pacific Northwest aroma that leans heavily into resin, pine, and aggressive grapefruit pith. That translates directly into the flavor profile, which hits you with a massive wave of old-school bitterness, dank conifer, and citrus rind, all backed by a fairly heavy, sweet malt backbone. It is dense and slightly syrupy, completely hiding the big 9% ABV with a warming finish, though it definitely sits heavy on the palate as you drink it.
Now, don’t get me wrong, this isn’t a bad beer by any stretch. It’s well-crafted, smooth for its size, and packs exactly the kind of alpha-acid punch you expect from the Astoria crew. But honestly? It just didn’t hit the high tier of my favorite Fort George releases. It might be the Mosaic (I’m not a big fan of that hop), because for me, this one just lacked the umph and had a waxy tang that clung on after swallowing that I just didn’t enjoy. It was disappointing, but again, I’ll chalk it up to the Mosaic in the blend which means anyone that is a fan of that hop is going to love this beer.
It was perfectly drinkable and I finished the pint, but it’s not something I’ll be rushing to order again next time I see it. I ended up giving it 3 caps which means it’s not terrible, but not great either.
Uptown Hophouse in Seattle
Uptown Hophouse still delivered a great vibe to cap off the afternoon, even if the beer wasn’t a total home run. Sometimes you get the gold, and sometimes you just get a reliable sipper.
WeeBeers Cheers!
Clark believes that the best professional relationships are built on shared experiences and a bit of fun. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, Clark has been a vocal advocate of the local craft beer scene for years. He enjoys exploring the unique flavors and community-driven atmosphere of Washington’s and Oregon’s many breweries while working through the complex software architecture opportunities presented by social interaction. After a hard day of work, Clark can often be found on the karaoke stage any day of the week belting out 80’s rock and heavy metal tunes while bringing the same passion and energy to his performances as he does to his startups; valuing confidence, engagement, and the power of a good song and a bourbon barrel aged beer to bring people together.
