Springtime in St. Louis: the harbinger of regrowth, renewal and, of course, good beer. Here are some new local releases to awaken your taste buds this spring.
March 11: O’Fallon Brewing Co.’s Imperial Stout The O’Fallon crew nailed its Imperial Pumpkin, so expect nothing less of this limited, draft-only, bold brew.
March 15: Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.’s Apotheosis Bright citrus and floral hop notes round out this farmhouse ale, soon making a reappearance at both UCBC locations.
March 28: 4 Hands Brewing Co.’s War Hammer Imperial IPA Its delicious hops complexity is so anticipated, the brewery is throwing its fourth annual Lupulin Carnival to celebrate it.
April 1: Morgan Street Brewery’s When Helles Freezes Over This easy-drinking, well-balanced lager is sure to quench your thirst through spring cleaning.
Early April: Perennial Artisan Ales’ Hopfentea Hopfentea is a tart, refreshing, complex seasonal Berliner Weisse – a sure sign spring is here.
May 8: Schlafly Beer – Femme Ferment’s Collaboration Elderflower Maibock Debuting in time for Mother’s Day is a sweet, herbaceous elderflower maibock that marks Femme Ferment’s first anniversary.
This article appears in Guide to Beer 2015.