Three Floyds Dark Lord and more
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Style: Bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout
ABV: 14.5%
Release: Special 30th anniversary edition
Brewed in: Munster, Indiana
The legend is leaving Dark Lord Day! To celebrate 30 years of brewing, 3 Floyds unleashes Dark Lord XXX, a special bourbon barrel-aged version of its famed imperial stout. This anniversary release marks the first time Dark Lord reaches retail shelves in four-packs of 12oz bottles, giving fans a new opportunity to experience one of craft beer’s most sought-after names. At 14.5% ABV, it’s a celebration-sized beer in a bottle made for slow sipping.
Style: Hazy IPA
ABV: 7.7%
Hops: Rotating selection of fruit-forward hops; the original recipe features Citra
Brewed in: Flint Hill, Missouri
No Problem brings a bright, juicy burst of hop flavor to your glass. Fruity aromas mingle with hints of pine, leading into citrus and tropical fruit flavors in a hazy golden pour. Friendship’s rotating hop selection keeps this local favorite fresh and flavorful—a welcome pick for fans of juicy, hop-forward IPAs.
Style: Double / Imperial IPA
ABV: 9.5%
IBUs: 40
Brewed in: Flint Hill, Missouri
Loaded with hops and packing plenty of horsepower, Loadmaster is Friendship’s big Imperial IPA. Named for the Chevy Loadmaster truck displayed in the brewery’s original Pitman tasting room, this special release pairs its truck-inspired personality with a substantial 9.5% ABV. A local selection for IPA fans looking to step up to something bigger and bolder.
Style: Honey Jalapeño Cornbread Cream Ale
ABV: 6%
IBUs: 15
Special ingredients: Fresh jalapeños and real sheets of cornbread
Brewed in: Flint Hill, Missouri
Award: Silver medal, 2023 Honey Beer Competition — Fruit, Vegetable and Spice Beer
Sweet cornbread meets a spicy kick in this creative Missouri-made cream ale. Brewed with fresh jalapeños and actual sheets of cornbread, Hot Box of Cornbread balances honey cornbread flavor with peppery warmth. Its gentle hop bitterness lets that sweet-and-spicy combination take center stage. Try it alongside barbecue, smoked pork or a bowl of chili for a pairing inspired by classic comfort food.
Style: German-style Hefeweizen
ABV: 5.2%
IBUs: 12
Grain: Wheat malt; full grain bill not disclosed
Brewed in: Flint Hill, Missouri
Heffy Dog delivers classic German wheat beer character with inviting banana and clove notes layered over a soft wheat malt backbone. Smooth and bright, it balances its fruity, lightly spicy personality with gentle bitterness for a refreshing, approachable pour. At 5.2% ABV, this Missouri-made hefeweizen is an easygoing choice for fans of flavorful wheat beers.
Style: American Light Lager
ABV: 5.1%
IBUs: 14
Grain: Brewed with corn
Brewed in: Flint Hill, Missouri
Crisp, clean and refreshing, FYI is Friendship’s take on the classic American lager. A clear golden pour introduces a touch of corn sweetness, balanced by delicate floral and citrus hop notes. Gentle bitterness keeps the flavors light and approachable, making this longtime brewery favorite an easy choice for backyard gatherings, game day or pairing with burgers and pizza.
Style: West Coast IPA
ABV: 7%
IBUs: 60
Brewed in: Flint Hill, Missouri
Bignose brings classic West Coast IPA character with bold pine and citrus notes backed by a substantial malt foundation. Pouring clear golden-orange with an off-white head, it layers toasted caramel and toffee flavors with a touch of stone fruit. Its 60 IBUs provide a firm bitter edge, balanced by malt sweetness for a flavorful Missouri-made IPA with an old-school personality.
Style: Fresh-hop hazy IPA
ABV: 6.7%
Hops: Fresh Citra
Brewed in: Frisco, Colorado
A fresh-hop twist on an Outer Range favorite! Fresh Hop In the Steep puts Citra front and center, delivering bright grapefruit and juicy apricot character in a hazy IPA. Its citrus-forward profile and soft, fruit-filled character make this seasonal release an inviting choice for hop lovers. Grab a glass and enjoy a taste of the hop harvest, Rocky Mountain style.
Style: German-style pilsner
ABV: 4.8%
Brewed in: Frisco, Colorado
Mountain-inspired refreshment with classic German brewing roots! Alpen Pils was developed through months of refinement by Outer Range’s Bavarian-born and trained brewing director, Kilian Heinzmann. Delicate malt character and floral hop notes come together in a crisp, balanced lager with a refreshing finish. At 4.8% ABV, it’s an inviting choice alongside pretzels, grilled sausages, or your favorite après-adventure meal.
Style: Hazy IPA
ABV: 6.8%
Hops: Citra, Mosaic, and Nelson
Brewed in: Frisco, Colorado
Send it with a hazy IPA packed with sweet melon, blackberry, and dank hop character! Outer Range Sendy brings together Citra, Mosaic, and Nelson hops for a lively combination of juicy fruit and aromatic depth. Its soft texture lets those layered hop flavors shine, making it a satisfying pour after a mountain adventure—or a well-earned break closer to home.
Style: Unfiltered German lager
ABV: 5.1%
Grain: Barley malt
Hops: Bitburger Siegelhopfen
Brewed in: Bitburg, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Gluten information: Brewed with barley and processed to remove gluten
Classic German lager character with a full-bodied, finely balanced profile. Bitburger’s Gluten-Removed Lager combines delicate malt sweetness with a fresh hop character, maturing for several weeks to develop its rounded flavor. Unfiltered and refreshingly drinkable, it delivers the familiar balance of malt and hops that makes German lager a favorite alongside bratwurst, roast chicken, and hearty pub fare.
Style: Bourbon barrel-aged coffee stout
ABV: 14.4%
Barrel aging: More than three months in whiskey barrels
Coffee: Espresso beans added after barrel aging
Brewed in: Boulder, Colorado
Big coffee character meets barrel-aged richness in this Avery cult favorite. Tweak opens with aromas of cherry and stone fruit before delivering layers of espresso, toffee, and vanilla over a deeply roasted stout base. Whiskey barrel aging adds depth and warmth, while pronounced coffee bitterness balances the sweetness. Bold, warming, and intensely flavored, this is a stout to savor slowly as its layers unfold.
A meeting of craft beer and Kentucky bourbon! Created with Four Roses, Oakspire pairs a rich amber ale with bourbon-steeped charred oak using New Belgium’s custom infusion process. Caramel, vanilla, toffee and toasted oak mingle with warming bourbon character, creating a satisfying sipper for chilly evenings.
Style: Fresh Hop IPA
ABV: 6.8%
IBUs: 65
Hops: Cascade, Centennial and Chinook
Malts: Two-row pale and caramelized malt
Brewed in: Chico, California, and Mills River, North Carolina
Availability: October–December
A holiday favorite packed with bright citrus, pine and floral hop character, Sierra Nevada Celebration showcases freshly harvested hops from the Pacific Northwest. Rich caramel malt adds depth and a touch of sweetness, balancing the assertive bitterness without overshadowing the hops. Full flavored with a crisp, lingering finish, it’s an ideal seasonal pour for cool evenings, backyard fires and holiday gatherings.
Style: Dark Christmas ale
ABV: 8.5%
Featured ingredients: Cacao and mandarin
Brewed in: Piozzo, Piedmont, Italy
Bring an Italian touch to your holiday beer selection! Baladin Natale pairs cacao and mandarin in a festive dark ale, bringing together chocolate character and bright citrus for a combination reminiscent of holiday confections. At 8.5% ABV, it’s an inviting choice for leisurely winter sipping, pairing with chocolate desserts, or sharing after a celebratory meal.
Style: Traditional English barleywine
ABV: 7.5%
Brewed in: Lewes, East Sussex, England
First brewed: 1972
Pairing: Stilton and other blue cheeses
Christmas pudding in a glass! This deep copper English barleywine brings together biscuity malt and rich, wine-like fruit character, balanced by a firm hop bitterness. Aromas reminiscent of Christmas pudding lead into a full, warming beer with plenty of depth for leisurely winter sipping. A Harvey’s holiday tradition since 1972, it makes a delicious companion to a festive cheese board or a quiet evening by the fire.
Pucker up for the holidays with this festive cranberry sour. Bright cranberry tartness meets the zesty bite of ginger, while cinnamon and nutmeg add familiar baking-spice warmth. The combination delivers a lively blend of tangy fruit and cozy holiday flavors, making Seasick Crocodile a refreshing companion for roasted turkey, cheese boards and seasonal gatherings