Autumn in New Hampshire isn’t just about the foliage—it’s also prime time for craft beer lovers. As the air turns crisp, local brewers across the state roll out their most flavorful seasonal creations, infused with warming spices, rich malts, and just the right amount of hoppy goodness. Whether you’re into pumpkin ales, Oktoberfest lagers, or bold, barrel-aged brews, there’s a fall pour waiting for you. So, grab a flannel, hit the road, and sip your way through some of New Hampshire’s most delicious seasonal beers—you just might find your new favorite.
Concord Craft Brewing, Concord
Squirrel Fights Nut Brown Ale
ABV: 5.7%
This fall favorite from Concord Craft is a malt-forward brown ale that delivers rich layers of toasted biscuit, toffee, and caramel, balanced by subtle fruity esters. Silky-smooth and medium-bodied, Squirrel Fights finishes with just a hint of nuttiness—making it the perfect companion for crisp autumn days and cozy nights. Lightly sweet, perfectly balanced, and full of character, it’s everything you want in a seasonal sipper.
Flying Goose Brew Pub, New London
Patience and Perseverance
ABV: 4.7%
Flying Goose Brew Pub serves up a seasonal favorite with Patience and Perseverance, a crisp, semi-dry cider crafted from apples grown at Patch Orchards, a 9th-generation family farm in Lebanon. Lightly effervescent with a fresh apple aroma, this naturally gluten-free and vegan cider pairs just as well with barbecue as it does with fine dining—making it a perfect sip for fall in New Hampshire.
Hobbs Brewing Company, West Ossipee
Virgil Pumpkin Ale
ABV: 6.0%
A true taste of fall in a glass, Virgil Pumpkin Ale is brewed with real pumpkin, graham cracker, warm spices, and a touch of vanilla. Rich and full-flavored, yet finishing crisp and clean, this seasonal ale strikes a delicious balance between dessert-like indulgence and drinkable refreshment. Named in honor of West Ossipee legend Virgil D. White—inventor of the first snowmobile and a notable New Hampshire figure—this brew is as bold and memorable as the man himself.
rek'- lis Brewing Company, Bethlehem
Jack a Roe
ABV: 7.0%
A spooky-season staple, Jack-a-Roe is Rek’•lis Brewing’s flavorful take on a classic pumpkin ale. Brewed with cinnamon, nutmeg, and real Madagascar vanilla beans, this beer is aromatic, warming, and just sweet enough to feel like fall in a glass. Whether you’re carving pumpkins or just leaning into sweater weather, Jack-a-Roe is the cozy, spiced brew you’ll want by your side.
603 Brewery, Londonderry
Bourbon Barrel Aged Toasted Pumpkin Ale
ABV: 5.2%
Aged to perfection, this seasonal standout from 603 Brewery takes their beloved Toasted Pumpkin Ale to the next level. After resting for 12 months in wheated bourbon barrels, the result is a rich, complex brew layered with roasted pumpkin, warming fall spices, and notes of velvety caramel, vanilla, and oak. Smooth, bold, and perfectly aged, this is a must-try for fans of barrel-aged beers and autumnal flavors alike.
Throwback Brewery, North Hampton
Heidi Go Seek
ABV: 5.6%
A playful twist on tradition, Heidi Go Seek is Throwback’s American-style take on the classic Oktoberfest lager. Light, crisp, and toasty, it strikes a beautiful balance between bready Munich and Vienna malts and spicy, tea-like hops, all rounded out with a hint of honeyed sweetness. Brewed with American palates in mind, this highly versatile beer pairs just as well with burgers as it does with soft pretzels, schnitzel, pork chops, or even apple crisp. Prost to fall flavor!
Tuckerman Brewing Company, Conway
Fall Line IPA
ABV: 6.5%
An autumn classic from the White Mountains, Fall Line is Tuckerman’s signature seasonal IPA—released in August to mark the return of cooler days and crisper nights. Brewed with Columbus and Nugget hops alongside German Caramel and Rye malts, this copper-hued IPA opens with a touch of spice and bitterness, then smooths into a rich, malty finish. Bold yet balanced, it’s a fall-only release available at the brewery and select stores in NH and MA—catch it while you can.
Twin Barns Brewing Co., Meredith
Oktoberfest
ABV: 5.2%
In celebration of the season Twin Barns’ Oktoberfest, a true-to-style German Märzen is brewed in honor of the world’s most iconic beer celebration. This amber lager pours rich and malty, with notes of toasted bread and biscuit at the forefront. A touch of herbal hops adds balance to the malt sweetness, making it both hearty and highly drinkable. Whether you’re at the brewery or hosting your own backyard fest, this is the perfect fall lager to toast with.
Woodstock Inn Brewery, Woodstock
Autumn Brew Ale
ABV: 4.3%
Fall in a glass? That’s Woodstock Inn Brewery’s Autumn Brew Ale. This light-bodied brown ale is smooth and easy-drinking, with just the right touch of apple and cinnamon to bring out the season’s best flavors. Whether you’re warming up after a foliage hike or settling in at their lively brewpub, this autumn classic pairs perfectly with crisp New Hampshire days.
