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- calendar_today November 8, 2026
G5 Brewing Releases 'Pocket Pancakes' for Brewers’ Season
G5 Brewing in Beloit marked the Milwaukee Brewers’ successful baseball season with the release of Pocket Pancakes, a distinctive barrel-aged breakfast stout. This beer was created in honor of Brewers’ manager Pat Murphy, known for pulling a hotel pancake out of his hoodie pocket during games for a quick snack. Priced at $23 for a 16-ounce bottle, Pocket Pancakes is a bold 15% ABV stout that has spent extensive time aging – it rested for over two years in Wild Turkey bourbon barrels before an additional year and a half in maple syrup barrels, totaling 44 months. The result is a robust and sweet beer, reflecting the Brewers’ performance on the field. Last fall, the brewery offered a limited release, but G5 brewmaster Tim Goers decided to produce another run after the Brewers reached the World Series. This year's batch benefits from an extra year of barrel aging, adding complexity to the beer and to the celebration.
Capital Brewery's Mighty Badger IPA Joins the Lineup
Adding variety to the season’s new craft beer offerings, Capital Brewery has introduced Mighty Badger, a West Coast-style IPA. Brewer Tanner Brethorst drew inspiration from the brewery’s previous juicy, tropical IPAs like Hazy Seas and Mighty Eagle. Mighty Badger leans into piney bitterness and boasts a solid 74 IBUs. With a medium body, a firm malty backbone, and a 6.4% ABV, the IPA caters to those seeking robust hop flavors. The new beer was initially trialed in Capital’s Bier Garten, where it garnered enough excitement for a broader release in 12-ounce cans at a price of $10 per six-pack, timed perfectly with the start of football season.
Quadnado: Seasonal Belgian Quadrupel Returns at The Lone Girl Brewing Company
The Lone Girl Brewing Company has brought back Quadnado, its Belgian quadrupel fall seasonal, after nearly two years. Now on tap at locations in Waunakee and Madison, Quadnado is a rich, dark bronze ale with a signature fruity sweetness and a warming strength at 10.2% ABV. Previously available in bomber bottles during the holidays, the beer can currently be enjoyed exclusively on draft, priced at $8 per glass. Its availability marks a special occasion for fans of powerful, complex Belgian ales.
3 Sheeps Brewing Targets Moderate Drinkers with Lower-Alcohol Beers
Reflecting a shift in beer consumption preferences, 3 Sheeps Brewing has introduced Two Tree (or “A Couple Two Tree”), a hazy IPA with only 3% ABV. This low alcohol beer is aimed at those seeking moderation without compromising on craft beer experience. Brewery owner Grant Pauly states the intent behind Two Tree is to provide full-bodied, flavorful beer options that allow for responsible enjoyment. The beer, which retails at $9 per six-pack, features an assertive blend of Cascade, Ekuanot, and Trident hops, with prominent citrus notes coming from Ekuanot. At 3 Sheeps’ Sheboygan taproom, guests can also try Easy Rider, a lager presenting an even lighter option at just 1.5% ABV.
Range of Styles Highlights Wisconsin's Craft Beer Innovation
From G5 Brewing’s hefty breakfast stout Pocket Pancakes celebrating brewers beer, to Capital Brewery’s hop-focused Mighty Badger IPA, The Lone Girl’s limited-edition Quadnado beer, and the approachable low-alcohol options offered by 3 Sheeps, Wisconsin breweries continue to showcase their creative prowess. Whether raising a glass to a championship season or seeking out new flavor experiences, the fall beer releases offer something for every type of craft beer enthusiast and highlight the state’s flourishing brewing culture.
Source: isthmus.com.
