The leaves are changing and greatness is brewing this fall in Reno Tahoe. Check out these local breweries with must-try, fall-inspired beers.
There are dozens of local breweries and distilleries offering established favorites and seasonal specialties.
10 Torr Distilling & Brewing
A local favorite, 10 Torr Distilling & Brewing is brewing a few seasonal favorites for fall and winter. Try the Fight Milk, a hazy white stout with cold brew and white chocolate. Dayman is a golden hefeweizen with notes of soft wheat and subtle clove, making it another great choice for fall. 10 Torr also serves their Spiced Apple canned cocktail, with hints of cozy apple and cinnamon flavor. This one is a local favorite, and we definitely suggest grabbing a 4-pack to go.
Revision Brewing Company
This brewery has brought home its share of accolades and serves plenty of tasty flagship beers on tap year-round. But this fall, try a pint, or glass boot, of Das Fest, a lighter, less malty version of your traditional Oktoberfest brew. If you want to take it up a notch, their Voltage Fest definitely turns things up a bit, while still being crisp and refreshing. Revision Brewing Company’s tap house in Sparks is open daily.
Lead Dog Brewing
For the cooler months, Lead Dog Brewing is brewing up Sweater Weather, a German Marzen lager. Try the Peanut Butter Stout, brewed with natural flavors. Get into the fall spirit with two pastry stouts: Cookies N Cream and Churro Please. Ready for snow season? Lead Dog is welcoming winter's reign with three of the chillest IPAs: Snow Paws, Beyond the Wall and Gnar Gnar. You can grab a pint or 4-pack at both their Reno and Sparks locations.
Schussboom Brewing Co.
Fall is the official kick-off to the holiday, right? We think so, and recommend raising a glass of Schussboom Brewing Co.’s Fest Your Face Off to celebrate. This German-style Festbier is drinkable but packs just the right amount of punch to keep the party going. For a lighter German beer to summon the spirit of the season, try Jawohl! This one is light and crisp, perfect for sipping on a sunny fall afternoon.
Great Basin Brewing Company
For Nevada's oldest brewery, Great Basin Brewing Company, the start of fall means it's time for beers inspired by the changing seasons. Nothing says fall quite like an Oktoberfest brew, and the one on tap at Great Basin delivers classic toasty, malt flavor. Additionally, many of their year-round beers are also ideal choices in the fall. The Outlaw milk stout is famous for its rich malt sweetness, silky mouthfeel, and balanced, roasted caramel notes, making it a perfect pairing for a fall evening. Inspired by cool nights spent around a campfire with friends, the Firelit Haze Hazy IPA is rich in hoppiness without the bitterness. Crack one open around a bonfire and let the stories begin! Try these at one of Great Basin Brewing Company's locations in Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and Minden.
Pigeon Head Brewery
Pigeon Head Brewery, Reno's first lager brewery, offers several year-round favorites as well as a regular rotation of seasonal beers. This fall, we recommend the Red Rye Lager, a hybrid German rye lager, or the Silver Sage Pale Ale, a Nevada-inspired beer with citrus and sage notes. All of their beers are available in their taproom or to-go in 4-packs, Crowlers, Growlers, and kegs.
The Brewer's Cabinet
This fall, The Brewer's Cabinet is serving a selection of seasonally inspired brews to satisfy any palate. Check out their pub or taproom locations on South Arlington, or their production brewery west of downtown near the Truckee River. You can never go wrong with the local favorite, Dirty Wookie, an imperial American brown ale with notes of chocolate, toffee, and raisin. Stop by for a pint or grab a 6-pack to go.
In addition to these seasonal brews, check out the year-round favorites on tap at Reno Tahoe’s many breweries and distilleries. Craving more autumn-inspired treats? We can help you find the best spots to grab yummy coffee, sweets and more.
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