The lively craft beer scene in Delaware keeps us anticipating seasonal libations throughout the year. For those who prefer dark lagers, amber ales and rich roasted flavors, fall beer is a real treat.
These craft breweries across the First State offer seasonal libations that are sure to get you in the fall spirit.
Crooked Hammock Brewery – FrankenBooBerry
Along with the annual Crooktoberfest releases, Crooked Hammock Brewery offers a 10% fruited sour for the spooky season. Made with Franken Berry and Boo Berry cereal, blueberries, strawberries and lactose, the seasonal brew promises to “shake your senses like a classic Scooby Doo cartoon villain.”
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Twisted Irons Craft Brewing Co. – DAS BOOT
A staple of Munich’s Oktoberfest is the traditional Festbier. This standout fall beer at Twisted Irons is a malty and subtly sweet take that keeps patrons coming back for more. At 6% ABV, it’s slightly stronger than many other lagers, but still drinkable and light.
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Bellefonte Brewing Company – Doc Märzen
Nothing says fall like a good Märzen. Bellefonte Brewing Company’s Doc Märzen is a clean and malty fall beer with a slightly toasty flavor that encourages one more sip.
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Big Oyster Brewery – Shuckin Pumpkin
This seasonal classic is a staple at Big Oyster Brewery. With pronounced caramel notes and the addition of cinnamon, clove and nutmeg, it’s the perfect seasonal beer to welcome fall.
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Autumn Arch Beer Project – Minus Pumpkin
If you’re a fan of fall flavor profiles but not a pumpkin lover, this is the brew for you. Some of the malts in the classic brown ale were smoked with hickory wood before they were mashed in. The beer is finished with the four classic pumpkin spices: cinnamon, clove, ginger and nutmeg. With warm spices and smoky notes, this is an ideal fall beer if you’re looking for something new.
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