What to Drink at Berlin’s Oktoberfest: A Look at the Beer and Beverage Lineup

Berlin’s Oktoberfest is bringing together Maryland breweries, familiar favorites and seasonal pours. Whether you’re reaching for an Oktoberfest beer, a pumpkin ale, a crisp cider or a rich, dark porter, there should be something to suit your taste.

Oktoberfest Beers and Fall Favorites

If you’re in the mood for a traditional fall beer, here are your Oktoberfest options:

• Oktoberfest from Black Flag,

• Mobtoberfest from Mob Town,

• Oaktoberfest from Burley Oak,

• Oktoberfest from Calvert Brewing and

• Oktoberfest from Heavy Seas.

Pumpkin Ales are a popular fall beer and comes in a wide variety of flavor profiles. This year, fans can try

• Shucking' Pumpkin from Big Oyster,

• Pumpkin Ale from Big Truck or

• Jacques au Lantern from EVO, and

• Punkin Ale from Dogfish Head

Dark Beers: Porters and Stout

For a darker, richer pour, the lineup includes

• Bourbon Porter from Cypress Roots and

• Chesapeake Retriever Vanilla Porter from Calvert Brewing.

• Guinness, a classic stout, is also on the list.

These full-bodied beers make a satisfying seasonal choice as the weather turns cooler.

IPAs - From West Coast Style to Hazy

Fans of hop-forward beers can look for

• Lot 3 IPA from EVO,

• Lost IPA from Burley Oak and

• DFH 30 Minute IPA from Dogfish Head.

• Reel Haze by Fin City

• Excellent Adventure by Calvert Brewing

• Blackfin IPA by Fin City

Other Craft Styles & Options

• Burley Oak is also bringing Rude Boy, an imperial or double red ale, while

• Cypress Roots plans to serve a Red Ale.

• EVO’s Bury Beer, an American light lager, offers a lighter option.

• Red Head by Big Oyster, a red ale

Cider, Cocktails and Other Drinks

Cider was popular last year and we are bringing back three flavor options for you this year.

• Down East Cider Caramel Apple and Blackberry. Down East ciders are gluten-free, making them a choice for guests looking for a gluten-free beverage.

• Angry Orchard Crisp Cider.

Canned cocktails are increasingly made in Maryland and we are featuring Burley Oak and Forgotten 50, both based in Berlin.

• Burley Oak is bringing canned cocktails in

  • Wild Berry, Peach and Lemon.

• Forgotten 50 Distilling’s ready-to-drink options include

  • Lavender Lemonade, Tequila Crush, Bourbon Ginger and Rum Punch.

A Little of Everything

From Oktoberfest beers and pumpkin ales to IPAs, darker porters and stout, cider and canned cocktails, Berlin’s Oktoberfest lineup offers plenty of Maryland Craft options and even more to explore. Some selections are still being finalized, so check the event’s latest updates for the confirmed list of what will be poured.

Stainless Steel Beer Steins with 2 full pours - only $35 in advance!

Take home a piece of the celebration with our stainless steel commemorative beer stein, engraved with this year’s date. Available for just $35 when you purchase in advance, each stein includes two full pours. ONLY 400 so quantities are VERY LIMITED these steins will sell out, so reserve yours early! Also, you can pick them up early - Thursday or Friday in Berlin. Details will be on the site. Buy your stein today to avoid the lines and SAVE MONEY. The price goes up $10 on Saturday at the event. BUY NOW