Beer goggles or eclipse glasses? On April 8, Cleveland will be in the path of totality and viewers can observe the moon passing directly through the sun and the Earth. The celestial event is rare (the next one won’t be seen again until 2044) and only lasts a little over four minutes, but the activities and festivities will go on all day and local breweries are getting in on the action. Check out our list of limited-edition beers inspired by the Solar Eclipse.
Lovers of Dark Side of the Moon, beer enthusiasts and eclipse watchers unite at The Butcher and The Brewer for the release of She Was the Universe, a Black IPA brewed with a blend of Michigan Neomexianus, Centennial and Simcoe and Australian Galaxy hops melding notes of citrus coffee, stone fruit and pine. The beer, released the week of the Eclipse will be available at the Butcher and The Brewer and a variety of Ohio bars and restaurants until it's gone.
Inspired by the iconic flavors of the childhood favorite Moon Pie snack, the Moon Pie Blond Stout is brewed by the Blue Monkey Brewing Co. in North Royalton and features a decadent mix of toasted graham crackers, sweet marshmallows and rich chocolate that promises to transport you to the moon and back. Don’t wait around too long because this sweet blend of brew is only available for the day of the Eclipse.
A Luna Naughty Imperial Stout is the latest creation from ESP Brewing Company and it’s not just a cool play on words. It has been crafted with a seductive blend of rich flavors that includes dark chocolate, rich coffee and a hint of tantalizing raspberry notes and undertones. Grab a friend and share one under the moonlight while supplies last.
Like liquid midnight, prepare to be captivated by the Great Lakes Brewing Company’s Vanilla Blackout Stout, a special edition of their Blackout Stout brewed with a sliver of vanilla to eclipse your palette with extra richness. The addition of vanilla elevates and adds a subtle sweetness and smoothness that lingers on the tongue. Available for a limited time on tap at GLBC’s Total Eclipse Party on April 8 while supplies last.
Named in honor of the narrow band of darkness that sweeps across the Earth during the solar eclipse, In the Path of Totality Schwarzbier is a Great Lakes Brewing Company pub exclusive. The brewery has partnered with the Simons Foundation representing the state of Ohio on their ‘In the Path of Totality' brewery trail and will be releasing in the brewpub for a toast on April 8, at 3:13 pm. Available on tap at GLBC’s Total Eclipse party while supplies last.
Bright Eyes Imperial West Coast IPA is a blast of bold flavors from Saucy Brew Works, crafted to ignite the senses and awaken the palette. Embark on an out-of-this-world experience with this vibrant brewed blend of Simcoe, Citra, Columbus, and Cryo Centennial hops. Find this little sip of sunshine at all Saucy Brew Works locations on draft and in 16 oz 4-packs while supplies last.
Whether you are a seasoned heat seeker, or just up for adventure, The Ring of Fire is dark in color and has spicy notes that feel like the burning sun. Crafted to ignite your senses, the Black IPA is brewed with melon, floral and citrus notes from Amarillo and Huell Melon hops and the habanero kick includes a lingering warmth long after the last drop. Available at the Southern Tier Brewing Company Cleveland while supplies last.
Umbraphiles unite at Market Garden Brewery to capture the awe-inspiring beauty of a total solar eclipse with The Totality Hazy IPA. This celestial brew packs a cosmic punch of flavor thanks to Galaxy hops, tropical fruits and bright citrusy notes. The perfect compliment to the darkness of The Totality. The first batch sold out quickly last summer so grab yours from Market Garden Brewery, Brewpub and all of NEO Heinan’s before it sells out again.
A celestial event is about to unfold- a solar eclipse that will cast the Land into 3 minutes of total darkness so Four Paws/Red Wagon Brewing took advantage with the aptly named 3 Minutes of Darkness on the Farm. The infamous Haymaker Chocolate Milk Stout was aged in a River Roots Bourbon Barrel and caramel and nougat were added to create an out-of-this-world beer to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event. Better make it to the Eclipse Party, because they brewed one keg only and once it’s gone, it’s gone!
IPA for Aliens from Masthead Brewing Co. packs a powerful punch of bitterness, bold and assertive dryness and is excessively hoppy. This India Pale Ale is brewed for the Aliens among us. There’s comfort in knowing that across the cosmos, beings of all shapes and sizes are joining you in celebration of great beer and cosmic enlightenment.
Is this real? Are you real? Am I real? Are we real? The only thing we know that is for real is Space is Fake, a Double Hazy IPA from Masthead Brewing Co., an elixir brewed with a fusion of real Citra, Nelson Sauvin, and Mosaic hops with huge notes of mango, grape must and pineapple. Space is Fake is sure to leave you questioning the nature of our reality while promising a flavor experience that transcends the limits of the unknown. Available for purchase at Masthead Brewing Co. while supplies last.