Great Lakes Brewing Christmas Ale First Pour Announced

You always know when we’re heading into fall and the early holiday season with this announcement from Great Lakes Brewing in Cleveland, Ohio:

First Pour 2025 Announced

Mark your calendars! The unofficial kickoff to the holiday season is one month away. Join us for Christmas Ale First Pour on Thursday, October 16!

Want to win the acclaimed spot behind the bar, plus exclusive event access? Enter our First Pour VIP Contest today.

Entertainment schedules, holiday beer release details, and more found here!

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About Great Lakes Brewing:

Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) is Ohio’s original craft brewery, founded in 1988 by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway in Cleveland, Ohio. GLBC is independent and employee-owned, and serves 16 states and Washington, D.C. with its award-winning portfolio of fresh, flavorful, and innovative crafted beverages including Vibacious® Double IPA, Midwest IPA, Dortmunder Gold® Lager, and a robust selection of seasonal and limited release offerings. Learn more at greatlakesbrewing.com.

Founded in 1988 by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood, Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) is Ohio’s original craft brewery. Independent for over 30 years and employee owned since 2018, we are proud to serve 14 states and Washington D.C. with an award-winning and beloved selection of fresh, flavorful, and innovative craft beers. From year-round favorites like Dortmunder Gold Lager and Hazecraft IPA to seasonal classics like Christmas Ale and Oktoberfest, to our innovative limited releases and pub exclusive offerings, we hope you’ll crack one open with us soon, because we remain committed to the craft.

Great Lakes Brewing Company is a well-known craft brewery based in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1988 by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway, it was one of the pioneering breweries in the American craft beer movement. The brewery is known for its high-quality beers and commitment to using locally sourced ingredients when possible.

Great Lakes Brewing has a wide variety of beers, with some of their flagship brews being:
Dortmunder Gold – A flagship lager known for its balanced maltiness and smooth finish.
Edmund Fitzgerald Porter – A rich and robust porter with chocolate and coffee flavors.
Conway’s Irish Ale – A smooth, malty amber ale named in honor of the Conway brothers.

The brewery has also created a strong reputation for seasonal and limited-edition brews, like their popular Christmas Ale, which has become a fan favorite during the holidays.

Great Lakes Brewing Company is also deeply involved in the local community, and its brewery in Cleveland often offers tours, a brewpub with food, and a cozy atmosphere for beer lovers.