Your Guide To Fall Beers And Where You Can Experience Them
With fall comes fall beers. These beers are only readily available once a year so it’s time to get them before they are no longer here. So what do you choose; pumpkin inspired beer or those with darker ales and rich flavors? As the weather begins to change, grab one of these beers to warm yourself up from the inside, out.
Fuego Del Otono
Where To Find It: Michigan
The name of this beer means “Autumn Fire” in Spanish. It’s ABV is 6.1% and it features a nice flavor with chestnut undertones. Some describe its flavor as being funky with it’s use of amber malts and a variety of spices.
Bobtoberfest
Where To Find It: Oregon
For those looking for a warm beer, this is a great choice. Bobtoberfest has an ABV of 5.4% and an interesting flavor. Many who’ve drank it report that it tastes similar to toasted bread. There is an undertone of herbal hops and the beer is relatively crisp.
Weeping Radish
Where To Find It: North Carolina
This beer is produced by North Carolina’s oldest brewery. It has an ABV of 5.8% and the manufacturer prides itself on sticking to Bavarian law and not putting any additives in it. This beer is made with only water, hops, yeast and malt. The results is a true German beer flavor that’s both sweet and malty.
Surlyfest
Where To Find It: Minnesota
With floral aromas and an ABV of 6%, this beer has more complex flavors than many other Oktoberfest beers. It’s hoppier and fresher in flavor. Overall it’s distinct and very intense.
Ramstein
Where To Find It: New Jersey
The unique glass bottle of this beer shows off it’s dark color. It’s full bodied and has a 6% ABV. The yeast used in this beer comes right from Germany. This means that those who drink it are in for a real treat because they can get an idea of what an authentic German beer tastes like without having to go all the way to Germany.
Harvest Ale
Where To Find It: New York
Made by Southern Tier, this 6.7% ABV beer is earthy. It’s strong in flavor and is the drink of choice for many that are trying to make it through a chilly, fall night. It’s a great drink to have alongside a hearty meal.
