by Elissa
Fall is a great season for beer-drinking: there's playoff baseball, the start of the football season, and the cooler temperatures put me in the mood for more substantial drinks. Here are a couple of beers that I think are a perfect fit for this time of year.
(photo from brooklynbrewery.com)
First is the Pennant Ale from Brooklyn Brewery. I don't think I've ever had a Brooklyn beer that I didn't enjoy, but this one might be my favorite. They describe it as a "honey-colored pale ale with a brisk malt palate and finely balanced hop character." It's not too dark, has plenty of flavor, and is the perfect thing to drink while cheering on the Washington Nationals (we are huge fans and can't wait to watch them in the playoffs).
(photo from dogfish.com)
Next is the Punkin Ale from Dogfish Head Brewery. I love pumpkin beer, but in my experience there is a lot of bad pumpkin beer out there. This one is just right, with a clean pumpkin flavor and spicy finish, but without being too sweet. Watch out though, at 7% alcohol this is stronger than your average beer. Because Dogfish Head comes from Delaware it's easy to find in DC, but as the brewery has grown so has their distribution, and I think it's pretty widely available across the country.
Do you have a favorite fall beer I should try out?
We are having such a hard time getting out hands on some Punkin beer in Dallas! In years past we've had no problem. I wonder what's going on?
I like Sam Smith Oktoberfest!
Posted by: natalie | October 01, 2012 at 12:35 PM
I like Magic Hat's fall drink. It's got a nice taste without being really heavy. Also Cincinnati-based Rivertown has a great beer.
Posted by: Michelle | October 01, 2012 at 12:47 PM
I recently enjoyed Bruery's Autumn Maple, which is a beer brewed with yams and all those nice autumn spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, etc.). But at 10% ABV, it really packs a punch, so pour yourself a small glass!
Posted by: Katherine | October 01, 2012 at 11:36 PM
Isn't Brooklyn Pennant a summer beer? They don't have it out here anymore! Although, you're right. It totally fits in for the Fall Classic. (Maybe they make it for spring training through the World Series? I have no idea. But you can't find it here anymore and it's my boyfriend's favorite)
Anyway, my absolute ABSOLUTE favorite fall beer is Southern Tier Pumking.
Also, Saranac Lake has a Caramel Porter that tastes like drinking Creme Brulee.
Posted by: Emiliy M | October 03, 2012 at 03:20 PM