Here are some seasonal beers to give a go. I've had most, not all but I wasn't disappointed with any of them that I tried. Keep checking back for the next three days I'll put up a new list.
Anchor Bock: Bock: Seasonal Release: 22oz and DraftBock Beer is an ancient and mysterious part of the brewing tradition. Over time, the term “bock” has come to mean a beer darker and stronger than a brewery’s “regular” brew. Virtually handmade by the brewers of Anchor Steam Beer, we hope you will find Anchor Bock to be a rich and flavorful addition to our offerings.
Alaskan Smoked Porter: Porter: Limited Release: 22oz and DraftSmoked Beer. Known as "
rauchbier" in Germany, smoke-flavored beers were virtually unknown in the U.S. until Alaskan Smoked Porter was developed in 1988. The dark, robust body and pronounced smoky flavor of this limited edition beer make it an adventuresome taste experience. Alaskan Smoked Porter is produced in limited "vintages" each year and unlike most beers, may be aged in the bottle much like fine wine.
Alaskan Barley Wine Ale: Barley Wine: 10.4% ABV: Seasonal Release: 22oz and DraftFull-bodied ale , deep mahogany in color and brewed with any array of complementing malts to achieve its high original gravity. Multiple hop additions in the boil and dry hopping during fermentation provide contrast to the big malt character resulting in the smooth balance that distinguishes this specialty brew. Like many fine wines, Alaskan Barley Wine may be aged in the bottle and gains deeper malt complexity and smoothness over time.
Coronado Red Devil: Imperial Red Ale: 10.7% ABV: Limited Release: 22oz and DraftThe Red Devil is a full bodied Imperial Red Ale with deep roasted caramel flavors, subtle hints of chocolate, a soft hop presence and a lasting finish. A few sips of this
empting brew will be sure to bring out the Red Devil in you! 10.7%
ABVCoronado Winter Brew: Winter Seasonal: 8% ABV: Seasonal Release: DraftOur annual holiday beer is a sweet medium-bodied ale. Brewed with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and ginger for the perfect seasonal taste. Celebrate the holidays with our "Seasons best winter brew." 8%
ABV.
Deschutes Red Chair: Northwester Pale Ale: 6.4% ABV: Seasonal Release: 6pksRed Chair Northwestern Pale Ale is named after the oldest operating lift at Mt. Bachelor in Central Oregon. It has a plush body with satiny caramel flavors derived from seven varieties of malt. Yet, despite it all, it remains a hop-forward ale with that distinctive
citrusy punch. Just minus any mouth-puckering bitterness.
Deschutes Hop Henge: Experimental IPA: 9.0% ABV: Limited Release: DraftSeveral pounds of Centennial & Cascade hops are in each barrel with a heavy dry-hop presence to top it off. A blend of crystal, pale and
carastan malts creates an overall
biscuity characteristic that is dense and muscular, building the alcohol base to support the monstrous hop profile.
Firestone Velvet Merlin: Oatmeal Stout: 5.5% ABV: Year Round: 6pks and DraftSmall batch oatmeal stout with cocoa, espresso and chocolate flavors. Won a Gold Medal at
GABF in 2010 for barrel aged brew. Used to be called Velvet
Merkin—now Merlin. Same beer, new name! More on order.
Full Sail Wreck the Halls: India Pale Ale: 6.5% ABV: Limited Release: 22ozWreck the Halls is a holiday brew to end all holiday brews. It is aggressive and sublime, assertive and mellow, complex and drinkable, and has a lot of hops in it. It is an American style IPA crossed with a winter style strong ale. The finest Pale malt along with Crystal and Caramel malts gives this beer a sweet malt body and red color. he famous Centennial hop is used to give this beer a pronounced fruity-citrus character. The beer is dry hopped (the process of steeping aging beer on fresh hops) for three weeks, which amplifies its aromatics and flavor.
Green Flash Grand Cru: Belgian Style Dark Ale: 9% ABV: Limited Release: 22ozBelgian Style Dark Ale inspired by traditional Abbey Ales to deliver the richest of malt flavors but with a slightly elevated hopping and increased complexity given from two different yeast strains. This malt laden ale is designed to satiate and keep your taste buds dancing.
Guinness Black Lager: 4.5% ABVMade with dark-roasted barley, fermented with special lager yeast and cold-brewed at sub-freezing temperatures, Guinness Black Lager is the perfect choice for lager drinkers who are looking for a full-flavored alternative – especially Guinness draught drinkers who also enjoy a refreshing lager. New item – only available in San Diego and Chicago in the US.
Guinness Foreign Extra Stout: 7.5% ABV: 4
pks : Year Round
Brewed for more than 2 centuries, Guinness
FES dates back to 1801. The fullest in flavor of all the Guinness variants, Guinness
FES is carbonated, not
nitrogenated. The specialty beer is 7.5%
ABV and possesses strong, roasted aromas followed by a unique & bittersweet taste.
FES is already a favorite of many around the world, making up 45% of GUINNESS sales globally, and it is sure to be a favorite of beer aficionados here in the US – already receiving an A/A- from
BeerAdvocate.com and 96 from
Ratebeer.