Mad Fox’s Kellerbier Kolsch
This Kolsch has existed in DC since before the Mad Fox Brewing Company existed in Falls Church. Easy drinking, it was born at the Capitol
Small steins with Stein
Mike Stein takes you on a weekly journey of local craft beers under 5% ABV, his “small steins”
Valor Brewpub’s Two Tank Vienna Lager
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r Brewpub’s Two Tank Vienna Lager is a real treat and Greg Maddrey’s take on the style—born in the 1800s—is artfully done.
Port City Brewing Company’s Optimal Wit
First is best and the first beer distributed by Port City in 2011 was—you guessed it—Optimal Wit. This beer just keeps improving year after year.
Right Proper’s Diamonds, Fur Coat, Champagne
Playing off the classic German Berliner Weisse style, Diamonds Fur Coat Champaign is a beautiful beer with a small stature of just 3.8% alcohol by
Hellbender’s Bare Bones Kolsch
Bare Bones Kolsch is Hellbender’s take on the classic German-style ale. At 4.7% abv, it’s lighter than Budweiser but heavier than any light beer.
Gordon Biersch Navy Yard’s Golden Export
At 5% abv, Gordon Biersch's Golden Export is strong enough that it’s not thin, but light enough for serious session drinking.
Atlas Brew Works’ The 1500 South Cap Lager
I always lean towards Atlas Brew Works' The 1500 South Cap Lager. At 4.7% abv, it's stronger than Pilsner Urquell (4.4%) and weaker than Budweiser
Bluejacket’s Forbidden Planet
Forbidden Planet has been on Bluejacket's menu since they opened. At 4.2% abv, it's the same size as Bud Light and Miller Lite but with
Small steins with Stein: District ChopHouse Light Lager
"Small steins with Stein" will focus on beers brewed in and around the District of Columbia that are 5% alcohol by volume or less.
