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7 Best Festive Fruit Beer Flavors for Christmas
Christmas is a time for giving, spending time with family, and celebrating the year gone by. And what better way to celebrate than with some Christmas-themed fruit beers? Whether you love the classics like raspberry and Christmas spice, or you're looking for something new and exciting, our list has the perfect Christmas fruit beer flavors for you.
1. Cranberry
Tart and tangy, cranberry is a classic Christmas flavor. It pairs well with both lighter and darker beers, making it a versatile Christmas beer flavor. Cranberry beers are perfect for Christmas parties or as a gift for the beer lover in your life. Some of the beers that we recommend pairing with cranberry are:
- A Christmas Ale from Sam Adams
- Winter Warmer from Sierra Nevada
- Cranberry Stout from Left Hand Brewing
2. Orange
Another tart and tangy Christmas flavor, orange is a popular choice for festive beer. It's often paired with other citrus fruits such as lemon or grapefruit to create a refreshing and zesty festive beer. If you love the taste of fresh oranges, then you'll love an orange Christmas beer. Pair it with Christmas cookies or a Christmas pudding for a delicious festive treat.
Recommended beers:
- Blue Moon Christmas Ale
- Weihenstephaner Festbier
- Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Christmas
- Fuller's Christmas Ale
- Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA
3. Pomegranate
Pomegranate is a unique Christmas fruit flavor that adds sweetness and depth to any beer. It's often paired with other dark fruit flavors, such as blackberry or cherry, to create a rich and flavorful beer. If you're looking for a Christmas beer with a unique fruit flavor, pomegranate puree is a great option.
Recommended beers:
- Anderson Valley Brewing Company's Winter Solstice
- Boulevard Brewing Company's Snow & Tell
- Dogfish Head Brewery's Punkin Ale
4. Apple
Sweet and crisp, apple is another classic Christmas flavor that pairs well with both lighter and darker beers. It's often used with other traditional Christmas flavors, such as cinnamon or nutmeg, to create a warm and inviting festive beer. If you're looking for a Christmas beer with an apple twist, try an apple cider beer. Or, for something a little different, try a chocolate-covered apple beer.
Recommended beers:
- Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Cider
- Samuel Adams White Christmas Ale
- Shiner Holiday Cheer
- Deschutes Jubelale
5. Pear
Sweet and succulent, pear is another popular Christmas fruit flavor. This is a versatile festive beer flavor characterized by its light and refreshing taste. You can find pear Christmas beers with a variety of different beer styles, from ales to lagers. Pear festive beers are perfect for those who want to enjoy a lighter beer flavor without sacrificing any of the Christmas cheer.
Some of the recommended beers for pear fruit flavors include:
- Stone Delicious IPA
- Sierra Nevada Celebration Fresh Hop IPA
- New Glarus Spotted Cow Cream Ale
- Bell's Christmas Ale
6. Raspberry
A fruity and refreshing festive beer flavor, raspberry is perfect for those who want to enjoy a Christmas holiday beer without all the sweetness. A festive beer with raspberry flavors is perfect for pairing with a Christmas dinner or dessert. Raspberry Christmas beers are perfect for sipping on while decorating the Christmas tree or sitting by the fireplace.
Recommended beers:
- Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Urbock
- Founders Cerise
- New Glarus Belgian Red
- Omnipollo Aniara
7. Christmas Spice
For the traditionalists out there, Christmas spice is always a good choice. This flavor is perfect for those who like their beer with a little bit of bite. Christmas spice beers are typically brewed with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. If you're looking for something extra special, try one of the many Christmas spice beers aged in bourbon barrels. For home brewing, Christmas spice puree is available online for those who want to make their own Christmas spice beer.
Recommended beers:
- Sierra Nevada Celebration Fresh Hop IPA
- Anchor Christmas Ale
- Samuel Adams White Christmas
- Two Roads Holiday Ale
- Southern Tier Cinnamon Roll Warmer
Enjoy the Festive Beer Cheer
Christmas is a great time to enjoy all the different fruit beer flavors that are out there. Make sure to stock up on your favorites so you can enjoy the Christmas season to the fullest. To make your festive moments even more special, try our home-brewing Christmas beer recipes and flavors that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
At Fierce Fruit, we love beer just as much as the next person. Christmas is the perfect time to try out some new and interesting flavors, so we strive to bring you the widest selection of ready-to-use fruit purees made with real, sun-ripened fruits. Check out our brewing blog to get tips and tricks for making your own festive beer.
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