Local breweries are rolling out rich stouts, spiced pumpkin ales and crisp lagers that capture the flavors of the season.
4 Hands Brewing Co.
Autumn at 4 Hands Brewing Co. means the return of two rich seasonal brews crafted for cooler days. Built on cacao nibs, peanut butter and roasted malts, Absence of Light delivers peanut butter cup aromas and a smooth body that transitions from chocolate and coffee to a softly sweet milk-sugar finish. Joining it is Chocolate Milk Stout, a smooth, velvety brew that pours dark with a tan head and brims with the flavors of baking chocolate, roasted barley and cacao nibs for an indulgent, creamy stout perfect for crisp fall days.
Multiple locations, 4handsbrewery.com
Schlafly Beer
Autumn is back on tap as Schlafly celebrates the season with its signature fall brews. Leading the lineup is the Pumpkin Ale, a longtime fan favorite hailed as “pumpkin pie in a glass” and celebrated for its layers of nutmeg, clove and cinnamon. Schafly’s newest addition, Vanilla Pumpkin Ale, joins the rotation, combining the classic flavors of the Pumpkin Ale with vanilla sweetness, like pumpkin pie served à la mode. Oktoberfest, a traditional Märzen with toasty malts and German hops, rounds out the seasonal offerings as a homage to the Schlafly’s brewing heritage.
Multiple locations, schlafly.com
Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.
Urban Chestnut Brewing Co. is raising a glass to fall with the return of their most beloved seasonal releases. UCBC’s O-Katz Oktoberfest Lager, the official beer of Oktoberfest St. Louis and Biergarten festivities. Fans of something darker can look forward to Count Orlok Black Pumpkin Ale, inspired by Germany’s Nosferatu. Meanwhile, UCBC is reviving two of the region’s most highly sought-after fall beers with their acquisition of the O’Fallon Brewery: Pumpkin Beer & Vanilla Pumpkin Beer. The iconic Pumpkin Beer is brewed with real fresh pumpkin and spice, offering a taste of pumpkin pie in a bottle. For a sweeter experience, the Vanilla Pumpkin Beer includes the addition of cold-pressed Madagascar vanilla.
Multiple locations, urbanchestnut.com