Ripple Effect: A Collaborative Effort Towards Sustainability

Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to protecting and restoring the Catawba-Wateree River Basin – one of the most vital freshwater systems in the Carolinas. Their team of scientists, advocates, and volunteers work to ensure clean, abundant water for all through community education, conservation initiatives, and hands-on protection of the waterways that sustain our region. From monitoring water quality to advocating for responsible growth and sustainability, Catawba Riverkeeper stands at the forefront of preserving one of our area’s greatest natural resources.

Beer is 95% water, and at Legion, ours comes directly from the Catawba River Basin. That connection makes our partnership with Catawba Riverkeeper personal. Supporting those who protect our waterways means investing in the health of our community and ensuring that every pint we pour reflects our commitment to sustainability and local stewardship. Clean water isn’t just essential to brewing, it’s essential to life in the Carolinas.

Ripple Effect is our latest dry-hopped lager, brewed with U.S.-grown Saaz and Hallertau Blanc hops for a crisp, balanced flavor that honors the clarity and freshness of its source. With every pint poured, we’re donating $1 to the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation to help fund their ongoing mission. Each sip represents more than great beer; it’s a contribution to the ripple effect of change happening in our own backyard.

At Legion, community is at the heart of everything we do. Our philosophy of Campfire Hospitality is about creating space for connection, storytelling, and shared purpose. Collaborating with Catawba Riverkeeper allows us to turn that philosophy into action – coming together over good beer to make a lasting impact. Because when we take care of what’s around us, we create more than just good beer, we create a ripple effect that reaches far beyond our taprooms.

Head over to Catawba Riverkeeper’s website to support their mission and read more on their lasting impact!