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BarrelHouse Beer List
We have four regular, year-round brews that are just about always available.
We also have a number of seasonal special beers that are available for only a limited time.
Our regular beers, available year round
Cumberland Pale Ale
Beer style: American Pale Ale
Malts: 2-row, Caramel, Munich, and Carapils
Hops: Cascade
Alcohol by volume: 4.9%
Color: Copper
Food complement: Spicy dishes, fragrant cheeses, ribs, BBQ
Early Cincinnati brewers shipping their beers into Tennessee would generously hop their beer to prevent spoilage during the long, arduous trip over the Cumberland Trail. This classic interpretation of an American Pale Ale features a solid foundation of pale ale malt, loaded with fresh Cascade hops. It's been said that few barrels ever actually made it into Tennessee, as they were traded away for coonskin caps or simply enjoyed along the way! Here's to getting where you're going!
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RedLegg Ale
Beer style: American Amber Ale
Malts: 2-row, Caramel, Munich, and Carapils
Hops: East Kent Goldings
Alcohol by volume: 4.9%
Color: Amber
Food complement: Lamb, pork, grilled salmon, veal
In the old days, runners who made it to third base were rewarded with a mug of beer! This is the way the game was meant to be played; pitchers throwing side- armed and a half barrel on the field. Our RedLegg Ale is an American Amber Ale with a rich, malty flavor, slightly sweet on the finish. An All-Star in any line- up!
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Hocking Hills Hefeweizen
Beer style: Traditional German Wheat Beer
Malts: White wheat, 2-row
Hops: Hallertauer
Alcohol by volume: 4.6%
Color: Hazy Straw
Food complement: Mildly spiced foods, salads, sandwiches
In the countryside of Eastern Ohio lie the geographical treasures of Old Man's Cave, Conkel's Hollow and Cantwell Cliffs. A tribute to all things natural, our authentic Bavarian styled Hefeweizen is a creamy, full-bodied beer with a unique fruity tang. Hints of clove, banana and vanilla are created by the German yeast strain that remains in the beer. Unfiltered and unpasteurized, this refreshing wheat brew can be enjoyed throughout the day. It's not just for breakfast anymore.
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Duveneck's Dortmunder Style Lager
Beer style: Dortmunder Export Style Lager
Malts: 2-row, Munich, and Carapils
Hops: Cluster, Hallertauer, and Tettnanger
Alcohol by volume: 4.5%
Color: Golden
Food complement: Seafood, salmon, poultry, pasta, salads
Frank Duveneck was a famous Cincinnati painter who produced such masterpieces as Whistling Boy and the one on our label, Old Man In a Fur Cap. Frank was known to pound a pint or two; after all, his father owned a brewery in Covington. Our Dortmunder is a medium-bodied golden lager showcasing a delicious malt profile balanced with Noble German hops. This beer is designed to satisfy even the stodgiest of old beer curmudgeons!
Seasonal Specials, limited availability
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Oktoberfest Lager
Beer style: Oktoberfest (Märzen)
Malts: 2-row, Munich 10L, Cara-pils, Caremel 40L, Caramel 60L
Hops: Cluster, Hersbrucker, and Tettnanger
Alcohol by volume: 6.2%
Color: Deep Ruby
Food complement: Wurst, Poultry, Pork, Ripened Cheeses
This medium bodied Märzen style beer highlights a myriad of malty attributes. A deep ruby colored brew that hits the palate with rich, toasty caramel flavors followed by the subdued toffee characteristics of a malt bill that features five different varieties of malted barley. Assertively hopped to maintain a balanced bitterness within this malt lover's beer, BarrelHouse Oktoberfest Lager is the perfect companion to a breezy autumn afternoon.
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Boss Cox Double Dark IPA
Beer style: Double Dark IPA
Malts: 2-row, Munich, Carapils, and Caramel
Hops: Cluster, Cascade, Czech Saaz
Alcohol by volume: 8.6%
Color: Ruby
Food complement: Steak, prime rib, venison, spicy dishes
In the early 20th century, Cincinnati was presided over by the strong armed political power broker George "Boss" Cox. Holding court high above an Over-The-Rhine saloon, "Boss" Cox's authoritative grip on the city could often be relaxed with a smoked sausage and a hearty brew. Our Double Dark IPA infuses a bold, delicious malty character with copious amounts of American and European hop bitterness. There's a new boss in town.
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Belgian Style Winter Ale
Beer style: Belgian Dubbel
Malts: 2-Row Malt, Caramel Malts, Wheat Malt
Hops: Cluster, Hallertauer
Alcohol by volume: 8.25%
Color: Dark Mahogany
Food complement: Stew, Lamb, Ripe Cheese, Cherries and Chocolate
The BarrelHouse Brewing Company proudly pays homage to the centuries old brewing practices of the Trappist monks with our Belgian inspired Dubble Ale. This high gravity ale is fermented with a unique Belgian style yeast that produces a rich complex maltiness accompanied by underlying notes of dried fruits and a spicy finish. Guaranteed to warm the coldest of hearts on a long winter night.
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BarrelHouse Bock
Beer style: German Bock Lager
Malts: varies
Hops: varies
Alcohol by volume: varies
Color: varies
Food complement: varies
There's an old myth that brewers clean their kettles in the spring and Bock beer is made from the residue in the kettle. There's not a shred of truth in it. These traditional beers are meant to warm the soul after a long winter.
We make a special batch of Bock every Spring for Cincinnati's famous BockFest. The style varies from year to year. Our Helles Bock is a golden colored brew with a smooth, deep malt flavor, but sometimes we make it as a Maibock, with a delightful hop aroma. It might even be a darker, Traditional Bock. You'll just have to wait until Spring to find out!
