Montgomery County is home to several local breweries that offer specialty beers perfect for fall. Here are 5 brews to try that will get you ready for autumn:
"Oktoberfest" by Southern Star Brewing located in Conroe will be available for a limited time this fall.[/caption]
“Oktoberfest” by Southern Star Brewing
This seasonal favorite is a German-style brew with an amber hue, malt aroma and thick, creamy froth. The light beer has a nutty, smooth taste. Taproom hours: Fri. 4-9 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. Southern Star Brewing, 3525 N. Frazier St., Conroe. 936-441-2739.
www.southernstarbrewing.com
“Liberator” by B-52 Brewing Co.
This German Doppelbock is a dark brew with extra malt and a subtle caramel flavor. Taproom hours: Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. noon-6 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. B-52 Brewing Co., 12470 Milroy Lane, Conroe.
www.b52brewing.com
“UnDeadHeadEd Ghost Chile Porter” by Lone Pint Brewery
The Ghost Chile Robust Porter has a dark chocolate color with a strong, sweet malt body and a subtle chile flavor. Lone Pint brews can be found locally at GenuWine Tasting Room, Tailgator’s Pub & Grill, Blue Mug Cafe, The Counter, Fielding’s Wood Grill, The Refuge, Molly’s Pub and Hubbell & Hudson Kitchen. Tour and tasting hours: Sat. noon-4 p.m. Lone Pint Brewery, 507 Commerce St., Magnolia.
www.lonepint.com
“Sinners” By Back Pew Brewing
“Satyr’s Swill,” “9th circle” and “Hopostle” make up Black Pew Brewing’s line of “Sinners” brews. All three beers are dark, bold and perfect for Halloween. Back Pew Brewing products can also be found in The Woodlands at Crisp and Whole Foods Market in Hughes Landing. Taproom hours: Sat. noon-5 p.m. Back Pew Brewing, 26452 Sorters McClellan Road, Porter.
www.backpewbrewing.com
“O-Fest” by Copperhead Brewery
This orange-hued brew is a simple, malty beer almost exactly between a blonde ale and a dark brew. Copperhead Brewery products can also be found at Red Brick Tavern and The Hop Scholar. Tasting hours: Fri. 4-7 p.m., Sat. noon-8 p.m. Copperhead Brewery, 822 N. Frazier St., Conroe. 281-919-6134.
www.copperheadbrewery.com