7 Spooky Beers to Enjoy This Halloween

While trick-or-treating might be a thing of the past, Halloween brings its own set of adult-friendly delights. Among them are limited-edition beers featuring eerie designs and bold, haunting flavors. Check out these seven themed brews perfect for your Halloween gathering.

1. LITTLE HORROR OF HOPS // SHIPYARD BREWING

Living up to its name, Shipyard’s rye IPA delivers a bold, hoppy kick. The label adds a chilling touch, showcasing a monstrous, blood-dripping hop creature. Available only from September to November, so grab it before it’s gone.

2. BRAAAIINS! PUMPKIN ALE FOR ZOMBIES // SPRING HOUSE BREWING

Spring House’s unique brews are primarily found in the Pennsylvania area. If you’re in Lancaster this autumn, visit one of their brewpubs to try their Braaaiins! Pumpkin Ale for Zombies. Crafted with real pumpkin and autumn spices, this ale offers a rich, spiced flavor that’s ideal for you and your zombie pals.

3. NOSFERATU IMPERIAL RED ALE // GREAT LAKES BREWING

This bold hoppy ale

takes its name from the 1922 German vampire film, which was heavily inspired by Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Stoker mistakenly believed “Nosferatu” meant “vampire” in Romanian, though it might actually derive from a mistranslation of the word nesuferit, meaning “unbearable” or “horrid.” With an 8 percent ABV, Great Lakes’ vampiric brew is potent—so drink responsibly to avoid turning into a monster yourself.

4. DEAD GUY ALE // ROGUE BREWING

Rogue’s

This German-style Maibock ale is available all year, but it truly shines in the fall when its spooky name comes to life. For Halloween, the bottles glow in the dark, adding a fun twist to the same rich, malty, caramel-flavored ale inside. Toasting with it in a dimly lit room makes for an unforgettable experience.

5. MEPHISTOPHELES // AVERY BREWING

Avery Brewing from Boulder, Colorado, is known for its devilishly crafted ales, including an entire series inspired by the dark side. The Mephistopheles stout, named after the Faustian demon, is described by the brewery as a complex blend of bittersweet delight. If that’s too intense, their Pump[KY]n porter, aged in bourbon barrels, offers a smoother yet equally festive fall option.

6. FREAKTOBERFEST // CONEY ISLAND BREWING

Coney Island’s

This unique pumpkin beer features an unexpected addition: coffee. Brewed with beans from Brooklyn’s Cafe Grumpy, it combines pumpkin ale with subtle notes of chocolatey espresso. The aroma resembles a coffee shop, while the flavor feels like savoring a slice of pie alongside your coffee. If that’s not eerie enough for Halloween, the label’s wide-eyed carny will surely send chills down your spine.

7. DEATH HOPPY BLACK ALE // SHMALTZ BREWING

Shmaltz Brewing, based in upstate New York, uses Day-of-the-Dead-inspired branding for its Death Hoppy Black Ale, but the beer actually honors Jewish mourning customs. With seven types of hops, seven malts, and a 7 percent ABV, it reflects the seven days of shiva. The only thing you’ll regret is when the beer runs out.

All images courtesy their respective breweries unless otherwise indicated