Whether you’re looking for a refreshing lager to quench your thirst on a hot summer afternoon or a tart sour to spice up your summer night, Birmingham’s extensive roster of local breweries has you covered. Not sure where to start? Here are ten locally-brewed craft beers you’ve got to try this summer.
Avondale Brewing Brunch Punch Summer Shandy
A delicious way to cool you down, Avondale Brewing Company’s Brunch Punch Summer Shandy is an amazing, light tangerine ale perfect for summer sipping. Good from the beginning of the day to the very end (or until the sun rises the next morning). You’ll be craving a hearty breakfast while you’re drinking a Summer Shandy. We recommend eggs and bacon followed by a side of cantaloupe!
Good People Muchacho
If you’re looking for a light, crisp Mexican-style lager from a local brewery you’re in luck! The Good People Muchacho is smoother than a Corona and built for the beach. You’ll enjoy it to the very last drop. Light and delicious with a solid grain taste with notes of lemon, the Muchacho is a delicious local beer just asking for all-day enjoyment.
Avondale Brewing Sour Pash
One of the most popular beers in town, the Avondale Sour Pash is available year-round, but it was built for summer drinking. Brewed with passion fruit, this ale is sure to satisfy all day long. While you’re sipping on this delicious drink, we recommend a sweet fruit to to balance out the sharp tartness of the Sour Pash.
Trimtab Paradise Now
Looking for a sour that’ll make you feel like you’ve landed on a tropical island? Trimtab’s Paradise Now is a flavorful wheat ale that is tart and refreshing. Brewed with a raspberry and tart cherry puree, this sour is sure to satisfy.
Good People IPA
The Good People IPA is the perfect beer to sip on while you watch the day go by. Unfiltered (like you after you've downed a couple), hoppy, and balanced with a light caramel finish, the Good People IPA is your choice for a Birmingham born and raised IPA.
Cahaba American Blonde
Brewed with a crowd-pleasing blend of malts and hops, the Cahaba Brewing American Blonde is light-bodied and goes down smooth. Perfect paired with warm Alabama summer days, the American Blonde is good for drinking on the lake, beach, or while floating down it's namesake Cahaba River.
Trimtab Guava Colada
The Trimtab Guava Colada strikes a great balance between guava, coconut, and lime. It’s like drinking a fruity piña colada on a beach while the sun shines and the waves roll in. With an aroma as enticing as a tropical paradise, this imperial sour ale is perfect for summer drinking.
Back Forty BamaMosa
A refreshingly crisp beer made with brut ale and orange juice, the Back Forty BamaMosa is good for drinking in the early morning for breakfast at the beach or sitting on your porch watching the day go by. A perfect balance of juicy citrus with a dry finish, the BamaMosa is a great stand-in when you don't want to bring out the champagne and orange juice.
DD’s Cherry Hibiscus Sour
A crisp, tart, refreshing beer brewed with cherry and hibiscus. The Cahaba Brewing DD's Cherry Hibiscus tastes like you’re drinking fresh fruit! With a good array of flavors and a knack for making you crave a big bowl of cherries, this beer is perfect for any fruit-lover.
Ghost Train Gulf Coast IPA
A fruity IPA with a pleasant aroma, this beer is perfect for the beach or a night under the stars. With a hoppy finish, but perfectly balanced against the fruitiness, the Ghost Train Gulf Coast IPA is a great choice for beer drinkers and will keep you coming back for more.
