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10 of the best new winter seasonal brews to try in Hilton Head and why they’re unique

Crafting holiday cheer: 10 new seasonal brews to try in Hilton Head
Crafting holiday cheer: 10 new seasonal brews to try in Hilton Head tglantz@thestate.com

Looking for a new holiday beverage?

These local breweries in Hilton Head have special offerings for the holiday season you won’t want to miss out on.

Here are some new craft brew options available at these popular Hilton Head spots.

Hilton Head Brewing Co.

Located at 1 Cardinal Road, Hilton Head Brewing Co. is open daily from 12-9 p.m.

Some of their holiday specials include:

Saints and Sages: ABV: 8.1%; IBU: 28; A toasty and delicious oatmeal stout that’s a great beverage for the winter months.

Winter Warmer: ABV: 7%; IBU: 22; This is an English ale that’s infused with cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice — all the necessary flavors of the holiday season.

Disraeli Cream Ale: ABV: 5%; IBU: 17; The Disraeli Cream Ale is an ale-lager hybrid if you’re hoping to try something a little lighter.

Pimpkin: ABV: 6%; IBU: 15; This wheat ale carries the flavors of fall and colder months with a mix of real pumpkin and spices.

Fleck U: ABV: 5.5%; IBU: 20; This dark, crisp and toasty Czech-style lager is the perfect winter pick-me-up.

Pimpkin After Dark: ABV: 5.7%; IBU: 18; The rich flavors of pumpkin and oat come together in this blend of the Pimpkin and Fleck U lager.

Lot 9 Brewing Co.

Located at 258 Red Cedar Street in Bluffton and open Tuesday through Sunday for various hours, Lot 9 Brewing Co. has a new beer coming out this Saturday, Dec. 21:

Sticky Figgy: ABV 7.3%; This Christmas ale is infused with figs, spices and ginger for a mix of seasonal flavors. It will be available on draft and canned.

Southern Barrel Brewing Co.

This local microbrewery is located at 375 Buckwalter Place Boulevard in Bluffton. They are open for various hours every day.

Their seasonal offerings include:

Frozen Barrel Imperial Milk Stout: ABV 10%; This stout is aged in Heaven Hill bourbon barrels and made with lactose sugar for a smooth sweet finish.

Chocolate Porter: ABV 6.1%; This is a classic English-style porter with just the slightest hint of chocolate.

Winter Warmer: ABV 6.7%; For a limited time, enjoy this British strong ale that’s brewed with molasses, ginger, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg.

This story was originally published December 20, 2024 at 6:00 AM.

Anna Claire Miller
The Island Packet
Anna Claire Miller is a former journalist for the Island Packet
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