Spoetzl Brewery

Shiner Cheer Coming to Cans

If you ask this writer (using the term loosely) what he likes to drink around the holidays, I’d give you a few answers. As crazy as it may sound to some, I look forward to Shiner Cheer. This brew has Continue Reading →

A Prickly Pear Shiner

The folks at Spoetzel Brewery have a new Shiner on the way – Prickly Pear.  A  no brainer of a locally sourced ingredient, when considering the Texas landscape.  Prickly is the #3 in the Brewer’s Pride Series.

This small batch brew is Continue Reading →

Shiner Wild Hare Pale Ale

The folks at Spoetzl are working on a new pale offering – Shiner Red Hare Pale Ale.   The 103 on the bottle collar leads me to believe this the next anniversary offering…

Wild Hare is a classic American Pale Ale Continue Reading →

Shiner Spring In 22s

Looks like you’ll be seeing Shiner Dortmunder Spring Ale in 22oz bombers this Spring.    The name changed last year t0 Spring Ale from Shiner Frost.  This style first originated in Dortmund, Germany in 1873.  It’s pale lager was first Continue Reading →

Shiner Ryes & Shine

The second brew in the Shiner “Brewer’s Pride” limited edition series has been revealed – Ryes & Shine.  Following Old Time Alt.  

More info coming soon…

 

 

Posted in Coming Soon, Spoetzl Brewery

Shiner Cheer Coming to Cans

If you ask this writer (using the term loosely) what he likes to drink around the holidays, I’d give you a few answers. As crazy as it may sound to some, I look forward to Shiner Cheer. This brew has a nice fresh taste of peaches and pecans that really compliments a lot of food options. (New Belgium’s Frambozen is another great one.)

When the season rolls around once again, you’ll see Shiner Cheer in cans for the first time. The only question it raises to me is- are cans equally as important when the weather is cold?

Style: Fruit Beer (w/ Peaches, Pecans)
Availability: 12oz bottles, Draft (Cans soon)

 

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in New Releases, Seasonal Return, Spoetzl Brewery

Shiner Ruby Redbird is Back. Now in Cans

With the hot summer looming, the makers of Shiner are bringing Ruby Redbird back to cool you off. For the first time ever, Redbird will be available in cans. Now this bird can fly anywhere you find yourself in need of a Texas brew. The crips fruit beer is brewed with red grapefruit, and a hint of ginger. Now shipping.

This crisp, refreshing summer seasonal is brewed with Texas Ruby Red Grapefruit, the signature citrus of the Rio Grande Valley. Tartness from the grapefruit and a delightful kick from ginger combine for a taste that’s perfect for hot summer days. 

Style: Fruit Beer (w/ Grapefruit, Ginger)
Availability: 12oz bottles, 24oz bottles, 12oz cans (new). Summer Seasonal

4.2% ABV, 13 IBUs 

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Spoetzl Brewery

A Shiner Farmhouse Ale Coming This Spring?

Shiner FM 966 Farmhouse Ale

Is Spoetzel Brewery (Shiner, TX) adding a farmhouse ale to the Shiner lineup?   Looks that way this spring. Shiner FM 966 Farmhouse Ale echoes a style brewed for centuries. Quite interesting from a brewery that has been predominantly producing lagers for quite some time.

A few centuries ago, during the cold winter months, farmhands in Europe brewed a ‘seasonal provision’ Farmhouse Ale to be enjoyed once spring rolled around. In the farmlands of Shiner, TX that tradition lives on which is why our tribute to this style uses Golding, Sterling and Meridian hops for a sweet yet lightly spiced flavor. Our incredibly refreshing farmhouse ale bears the name of the farm to market road just to the south of where our brewery has proudly stood for over 100 years.

Style: Farmhouse Ale
Availability: 24 oz bottles
Arrival: TBA

?? ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Coming Soon, Spoetzl Brewery

A Prickly Pear Shiner

Shiner Prickly PearThe folks at Spoetzel Brewery have a new Shiner on the way – Prickly Pear.  A  no brainer of a locally sourced ingredient, when considering the Texas landscape.  Prickly is the #3 in the Brewer’s Pride Series.

This small batch brew is the third our Limited Edition Brewer’s Pride Craft Brew Series.  A combination of Citra and U.S. Golding hops gives this refreshing lager its citrus flavor and floral aroma. The brew’s signature tartness comes from the fruit of the prickly pear, a cactus native to our brewery’s landscape that’s hearty, rugged and unmistakably unique –qualities we surely appreciate.  

Style: Fruit Beer (w/ Prickly Pear)
Availability: 12 oz bottles, Draft

Arrival: TBA

? ABV

 

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Coming Soon, Spoetzl Brewery

Shiner Wild Hare Pale Ale

The folks at Spoetzl are working on a new pale offering – Shiner Red Hare Pale Ale.   The 103 on the bottle collar leads me to believe this the next anniversary offering…

Wild Hare is a classic American Pale Ale – richly hopped, fruity and floral.  Munich malt nicely balances the assertive character of the U.S. Golding and Bravo hop varieties that give this brew its signature bitterness and aroma.   Hop to it!

Style: American Pale Ale
Availability: 12oz bottles, Draft
Arrival: TBA

?? ABV

 

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Spoetzl Brewery

Shiner Spring In 22s

Shiner Dortmunder 22ozLooks like you’ll be seeing Shiner Dortmunder Spring Ale in 22oz bombers this Spring.    The name changed last year t0 Spring Ale from Shiner Frost.  This style first originated in Dortmund, Germany in 1873.  It’s pale lager was first brewed by Dortmunder Union for the industrial workers of Dortmund.   The Dortmunder style is influenced heavily from Pilsner, a golden beer with noble hops.

Shiner Dortmunder has a smooth, well-rounded flavor — the perfect fit for any Springtime activity. Because of the unique nature of the style, Shiner Dortmunder is sure to satisfy the palate of a diverse crowd.

Arrival: Spring, 2012

5.5% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Coming Soon, Spoetzl Brewery

Shiner Ryes & Shine

The second brew in the Shiner “Brewer’s Pride” limited edition series has been revealed – Ryes & Shine.  Following Old Time Alt.  

More info coming soon…

 

 

by Reid Ramsay