SEASONAL BEERS
In addition to our 8 flagship beers (plus our house crafted rootbeer), our brewers tap into their creativity to craft recipes for some amazing seasonal beers. Our seasonal beers often vary by brewpub.
In addition to our Tamarack brewed seasonals, each of our pub houses have a tap dedicated to a Montana-made cider or hard seltzer. Please ask your server what's on tap!
*Please note our seasonal beers change frequently and are subject to change from the listed.
DOUBLE HAZY
8.6% ABV | EZ IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT and Missoula, MT
Just in time for Mardi Gras! This hazy IIPA is loaded with over eight pound sof hops per barrel.
Tropical on the nose with pineapple and orange aromas compliment the velvety smooth texture with citrus and subtle pine notes that treat your taste buds to a dance. This beer has a touch of Eukanot hops and a big dose of Zythos hops, bringing a party of aroma and flavor. Rounding out the flavor profile is a generous addition of oats in the mash for that smooth finish we all crave.
Growler and crowler fills available.
SCOTCH ALE
7.5% ABV | 10 IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT
Sweet dark caramel malt flavors with hints of chocolate smokiness. Full bodied complimented by a clean finish.
Growler and crowler fills available.
CORE SHOT
COPPER
GERMAN MAIBACH
7.2% ABV | 35 IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT and Missoula, MT
This year has been a never-ending season crunch of rain and mud. Our powder dreams sometimes get interrupted with a wicked rock hit! This strong beer with a smooth malty finish helps us forget about a rough day on the slopes. Packed with a hop punch of Saaz and Triumph, a little liquid courage is always helpful when navigating spring terrain.
Growler and crowler fills available.
WHISKEY BARREL AGED IMPERIAL PORTER
10% ABV | 25 IBU
ON TAP IN: Missoula, MT
Imperial style porter aged six months in fresh George Dickel 16 barrels. Big, bold and smooth whiskey flavors with dark chocolate covered fruit and oak, and a burnt caramel backbone.
Brewed once a year for release on Lanny’s birthday, February 16th, this year’s batch focuses on balance in simplicity. Four malts and two hops. Low carbonation level, and it is intended as a slow sipping beer, letting the beer warm up, allowing the full flavors to come through.
2-pack 16oz cans available while supplies last. Sorry, no growler and crowler fills.
BIG DRIFT WHITE IPA
BELGIAN WIT - AMERICAN IPA HYBRID ALE
6.8% ABV | 50 IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT
One of our highest in-demand seasonal brews, this hybrid ale features Ahtanum, Chinook, and Citra character hops for tropical and piney flavors and aroma.
Spiced with coriander, orange peel, grains, and candied ginger in the fermenter, with a generous dry hop. Flavor is complex with hints of tarness, fruit, and spice - a balanced bitterness and year-around drinkability.
Growler and crowler fills available.
JUICY NW HAZY IPA
6.2% ABV | 40 IBU
ON TAP IN: Missoula, MT
This burnt straw-colored Hazy NW Ipa is loaded with hop flavors of marmalade, mango and juicy tangerine that dominate the flavor profile. We used an assertive hop bill adding a grapefruit punch to the juice party!
Growler and crowler fills available.
Popular Seasonals
ALWAYS ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THESE FAVES.
OLD STACHE
Big, bold and barrel-aged, this Imperial Porter is released annually Feb 16th, on one of our favorite birthdays.
BLACKTAIL BLACK ALE
A robust Black Ale is released every winter to celebrate the slopes opening at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area.
X-EYED XMAS
This wildcard seasonal is tapped prior to Christmas; this brew style depends on the brewer's festiveness, but it's guaranteed to boast a high ABV to make the holidays more bearable. ('19-'20: Aged Imperial Porter, '17-'18: Imperial White IPA)
BIG DRIFT WHITE IPA
A local favorite, this citrus-heavy white IPA is released every winter and distributed throughout the Flathead Valley.
HEADWALL DOUBLE IPA
Our pride and joy, the Headwall Double IPA is crushable and big. The winner of the 2016 Alpha King Challenge, our brewer's craft this ultra-hop forward beer when they're feeling extra thirsty.
ELK SNORT SCOTCH ALE
Sip on our scotch ale every fall, released to bring the luck during hunting season...or is it beer season?
GOSE SERIES
Typically released throughout spring and summer, our Gose Series brings a punch of tart, salty, and refreshing brews to the seasonal board. Crafted with a variety of flavors including Flathead Cherry, Watermelon, and Margarita Lime. Add a shot of tequila, pour over ice, and salt the rim for the staff favorite, 'The Goserita'.
