In Peachtree City, Georgia, Line Creek Brewing Company is pouring its heart into a special beer called “Minix 145” to honor Coweta County Deputy Eric Minix, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty in January 2024. Set for release on June 7 and 8, 2025—coinciding with what would have been Minix’s 33rd birthday—the beer is a heartfelt tribute to a beloved officer, husband, and father. The brewery, a place Minix loved to unwind, will donate part of the proceeds to a K9 foundation, keeping his passion for service alive while bringing the community together for a meaningful cause.

The “Minix 145” beer, named for Deputy Minix’s last name and badge number, will be served at Line Creek’s Peachtree City and Newnan taprooms. Minix, a K9 officer with the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office, was killed during a high-speed chase that crossed into Alabama, leaving behind his wife, Trina, and their three young daughters. The brewery worked closely with Trina to craft a beer that reflects Eric’s spirit. After tasting it at the Peachtree City taproom, she smiled and said, “It’s perfect. Eric would’ve raised a glass to this one.”

Brewer Parker Williams poured his heart into the recipe, sitting down with Minix’s family to learn about his favorite flavors. “We wanted to know what made Eric light up—what beers he’d sip with a grin,” Williams shared. Though the brewery’s keeping the beer style a surprise, they promise it’s something that suits both craft beer lovers and folks just looking for a good drink. General manager Christopher Lane summed up the mission: “This isn’t just about a beer. It’s about celebrating a hero and supporting the K9 work Eric lived for.”

Line Creek, a local gem founded by Peachtree City residents, has always been about bringing people together. With taprooms in Newnan and Fayetteville, they’ve supported causes like conservation through their “#ConserveGeorgia” beer, donating to local trusts. For “Minix 145,” they’re giving $1 from every pint sold to The Georgia Police K9 Foundation, which helps K9 units across the state—a cause close to Minix’s heart as a K9 handler. It’s a small but meaningful way to honor his legacy.

The announcement has hit home in Coweta County, where Minix was known as a devoted officer and family man. His loss in 2024 left the community reeling, and folks are eager to gather for this tribute. Trina hopes the event will be a celebration of Eric’s life, saying, “I want people to come, share a beer, and remember how much he loved serving others.” Local first responders and residents are already planning to show up, ready to raise a glass and support the cause.

This kind of tribute isn’t new—breweries across the country have honored fallen officers with special releases. In Sacramento, a brewery crafted an IPA for a slain officer, while another in Riverside created beers for two fallen heroes, with proceeds going to their families. Line Creek’s effort fits this tradition, blending community spirit with a chance to give back. It’s a reminder of how a small business can turn grief into something hopeful, one pint at a time.

Still, some locals wonder if the brewery could do more than donate $1 per pint, especially with rising costs making community events feel like a stretch for some. But most see the gesture as a sincere start, a way to keep Minix’s memory alive without putting a heavy burden on patrons. The event’s success will depend on the crowd it draws, and Line Creek is counting on the community to show up in force.

As the release date nears, Line Creek is planning a warm, welcoming event at their taprooms, open from noon to 10 p.m. on June 7 and 8. They’re still finalizing details—maybe live music or a food truck—but the focus will be on connection and remembrance. For Trina and her girls, it’s a chance to feel Eric’s presence through the community he served. For visitors and locals, it’s an opportunity to honor a hero over a cold beer, knowing each sip supports a cause that mattered to him. So, mark your calendar—this is one toast you won’t want to miss.

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