In Hawaii, the average temperature is around 82° / 67 for the high and low, respectively. That’s in December. Meanwhile, in 0°F / -30°F in Alaska, during the same period. What do they both have in common, besides being in Winter, they both have a plethora of breweries.
Obviously, for those in the Pacific Northwest region, the words Winter seasonal inspire classic beers like Full Sail Wreck the Halls, Deschutes Jubelale, or Widmer Brrr! Then again, we can’t ignore recent classics like Hopworks Abominable Winter Ale and yeah, even Fremont Winter Ale or their boozy cousin, B-Bomb. But how would you feel if something golden and with aromatics of pine or tropical citrus crashed into your senses, instead of something dark, warming, and evocative of the Winter?
With names like Winter IPA, Pale Ale, or even Pilsner, the season of Winter is no longer reserved for the dark or barrel aged. Instead, it has become an opportunity for breweries throughout the region, to brew what defines not your Winter but theirs. It is with this in mind, that we invite you to review the latest Winter seasonals, some already out in the wild and others about to burst from the bottles, cans, or faucets, waiting to inspire thoughts of the Winter (or maybe a trip to Hawaii).
Welcome to 2021’s Winter Beer Guide!
