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.
YELLOWSTONE LAGER
AMERICAN LAGER
4.2% ABV | 10 IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT
I mean, what can we say? It tastes...domestic. Have the brewers become domesticated? Don't worry, they will have plenty of lupulin riddled beers in the near future.
Growler and crowler fills available.
STACHE N PUMPKINS
IMPERIAL SPICED PORTER
9% ABV | 25 IBU
ON TAP IN: Missoula, MT
This beer smells like fall...think tall Ugg boots, jeans, a cape-like knit sweater and one of those "A River Runs Through It" floppy hats. Pumpkin and spices dominate the aroma of this beer with a slight nutmeg zing. This beer was brewed with 300 pounds of local pumpkins from Wicked Good Produce in Whitefish, along with an array of malts and freshly ground graham crackers to give this beer body, density and depth in flavor throughout.
Dark deep mahogany in color, and best enjoyed fireside.
Growler and crowler fills available.
BIG DRIFT HAZY IPA
WHITE IPA
7.3% ABV | 50 IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT
Cascade, Simcoe, Mosaic, Chinook and Citra hops present grapefruit citrus aroma and notes of apricot and pine. Orange and lemon peels, coriander and grains of paradise provide complex spicy character to balance the smooth flavor of malted wheat. Slightly tart and very thirst quenching, this unique beer took home a variety of awards and is one of Tamarack’s most popular seasonal brews.
Growler and crowler fills available.
IMPERIAL IPA
10% ABV | 85 IBU
ON TAP IN: Missoula, MT
A true northwest style imperial IPA loaded with over four pounds of hops per barrel. This beer is dripping with pine needle resin that dominate the nose of this beer, leaving the first sip assaulting your palate with hop flavor more intense than a Chuck Norris high leg kick.
As the flavor progresses, the intense pine fades a happy wave of tropical fruits, taking a ride down the middle of your palate and down into your belly, which will soon be glowing with warmth from the 10% ABV.
Growler and crowler fills available.
LIL' HELLION HAZE
SESSION IPA
4.8% ABV | 15 IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT and Missoula, MT
Sometimes we need beers that can be enjoyed throughout a long Montana summer day...cue Lil' Hellion Haze! This session haze explodes with piney resin, orange peel, and mango from the hop additions, but its light body and low alcohol allow for all day consumption, perfect if you're worn out from American-made macrolagers
Growler and crowler fills available.
EARLY OUT IMPERIAL PORTER
BARREL-AGED PORTER
9.2% ABV | 30 IBU
ON TAP IN: Lakeside, MT
Barrel-aged chocolate and oat porter with an immense amount of chocolate malt and flaked oats to give this beer a German chocolate cake flair with subtle notes of whiskey and raisin.
Roasty mouthfeel with chocolate complexities. A perfect beer to enjoy next to the fire after a long day's work; you deserve it.
Growler and crowler fills available.
RASPBERRY SOUR
BARREL-AGED SOUR
5.5% ABV | 7 IBU
ON TAP IN: Missoula, MT
This sour was blended with a barrel-aged blonde, which was aged in barrels for 6 months with the pHunky critters and blended with our kettle-soured Goat Lick Gose. From there, we added raspberry puree to complete the fruity flavor profile. This beer pours a beautiful ruby red color and delivers a juicy punch upfront and gives way to a pleasant bite of tartness.
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'.
