Fall beer season hits different when you skip the gimmicks; no nutmeg experiments, just clean, classic craft beers that pair with crisp air and comfort food.
At East Brother Beer Co., we believe in beer that respects tradition and delivers real flavor. The kind of beer brewed with patience, not pumpkin. These four fall-perfect picks, led by our Munich Dunkel, are made for people who want substance, not spice.
Munich Dunkel
Style: Dark Lager
Flavor Notes: Toasted bread, cocoa, light caramel
Why It’s Fall: Smooth and malty, not heavy. The perfect fireside beer.
Pair It With: Pork roast, bratwurst, cheddar, and pretzels
Our Munich Dunkel leads the pack for fall. A dark lager that drinks clean and balanced, not thick or sweet. Brewed with traditional German malts, it brings a subtle cocoa and toasted bread character that fits right in with cooler weather. Dunkel is proof that a dark beer doesn’t have to be heavy. It’s patient, steady, and quietly confident. The kind of beer that’s been shared at long tables for centuries.
Oatmeal Stout
Style: Classic Stout
Flavor Notes: Roasted coffee, bittersweet chocolate, silky mouthfeel
Why It’s Fall: Rich and warming without being too boozy or bitter.
Pair It With: Thanksgiving turkey, mashed potatoes, or dessert
This is comfort in a glass. Our Oatmeal Stout is smooth, steady, and built for long evenings, the kind you spend swapping stories or cleaning up after a big meal. The oats give it a creamy texture that rounds out the roasted malt and coffee notes. It’s rich enough to stand up to hearty dishes, but easy enough to drink through the night.
Red Lager
Style: Vienna-Style Lager
Flavor Notes: Slightly sweet malt backbone, subtle hop bitterness
Why It’s Fall: Balanced, toasty, and food-friendly. A sleeper hit.
Pair It With: Chili, shepherd’s pie, or your favorite fall soup
This one doesn’t shout, it just shows up and does the job. Our Red Lager is that go-to beer you can trust around any table. Malt-forward with a touch of bitterness, it’s one of the most food-friendly beers we make. When the air gets cool and you’re cooking something that fills the house with warmth, this is the beer that fits right in.
Bohemian Pilsner
Style: Czech-Style Pils
Flavor Notes: Crisp, floral, bready
Why It’s Fall: Not all fall beers need to be dark. This one cuts through hearty meals like a palate cleanser.
Pair It With: Roast chicken, mac and cheese, sharp cheeses
When every tap handle starts turning amber, don’t overlook a good Pilsner. Our Bohemian Pilsner is crisp and floral with just enough malt character to remind you it’s not summer anymore. It’s the beer you reach for when the table’s full of food, a clean finish that clears the way for another bite.
Why It Matters
We brew every one of these beers in Richmond, the same city where hard work and craftsmanship built a community. You can still feel that energy in the air around our taproom. Folks clocking out, neighbors stopping in, old friends meeting halfway. That’s what these beers are made for, moments that don’t need fanfare, just something honest to drink together.
While the rest of the world chases the next pumpkin-spiced idea, we’ll be right here brewing the classics. Because for us, fall isn’t about trends. It’s about time well spent and beer well made.
Find These Beers Near You
Visit our taprooms:
Richmond
San Francisco [Rec Room]
Mill Valley [Tam Tavern]
