The Bruery Working On 12 Days Of Christmas Ale Belgian Dubbel

Today I have your first look at a brand‑new holiday beer inspired by one of the most beloved seasonal series from The Bruery in Placentia, California. For 2026, the brewery is revisiting its iconic Christmas‑themed series with 12 Days of Christmas Ale, a festive, spice‑accented release built to capture the warmth, nostalgia, and complexity that fans expect from The Bruery’s annual holiday offerings.

The 2026 Edition of 12 Days of Christmas Ale will be a French oak–fermented Belgian‑style dubbel ale brewed with a blend of seasonal spices and crafted to deliver deep malt richness, expressive yeast character, and layered holiday aromatics. At 7.1% ABV, this dubbel sits in the sweet spot between drinkability and seasonal indulgence, offering notes of caramelized sugar, dark fruit, subtle spice, and the rounded vanilla‑oak character that French oak fermentation brings to the profile.

This release continues The Bruery’s long‑running tradition of producing holiday ales, Belgian‑inspired strong ales, and oak‑driven seasonal beers that collectors and fans eagerly anticipate each winter. With its combination of classic Belgian dubbel elements and festive spice additions, 12 Days of Christmas Ale is poised to become a standout in the 2026 holiday lineup.

The beer will be packaged in 12.7‑oz bottles, maintaining The Bruery’s signature format for specialty and seasonal releases. Expect the same elegant presentation that has defined previous holiday editions, perfect for gifting, cellaring, or pairing with rich winter dishes and holiday desserts.

Stay tuned for full holiday release details, format confirmations, tasting notes, and distribution updates as The Bruery prepares to roll out this festive 2026 seasonal ale. With its blend of French oak fermentation, Belgian‑style craftsmanship, and holiday spice character, 12 Days of Christmas Ale is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated winter releases of the year.

Label Text The Bruery 12 Days Of Christmas:

“Rooted in our Belgian-style beginnings, 12 Days of Christmas Ale honors a tradition years in the making. Inspired by the series that defined our holiday releases, it layers together French oak, festive spice, and a rich malt backbone. Aromas of raisin bran and banana peel give way to notes of dried cranberry, licorice, and toasted cinnamon.”

About The Bruery:

The Bruery is a craft brewery located in Orange County, CA, known for innovative, inspired, taste-forward beers that push the boundaries of what beer can be. Along with two Tasting Room locations in Orange County, and a store in Washington D.C., The Bruery runs three beer premium beer clubs: The Preservation Society®, The Reserve Society®, and The Hoarders Society®. The Bruery offers direct to consumer delivery across CA, DC, PA, VA, VT, ND, OH, and NH, along with national distribution in 29 states.

To understand what makes The Bruery truly special, you first have to understand how we started: just Patrick Rue in his kitchen with a thirst for knowledge and a passion for how interesting beer can be. It was his passion and insatiable curiosity that led him to open a brewery, build a team of world-class like-minded brewers and eventually earn the title of Master Cicerone. This unique combination of unwavering creativity, unquestionable expertise, and relentless innovation, drive us to craft beers that quite frankly, might change the way you think about beer.

Taste Over Style
This really sums up our brewing philosophy. We never shoot for a specific style, instead we let taste act as our compass. We take our inspiration from the culinary world, traditional beer styles, natural ingredients, vineyards and even junk food, but wherever that journey takes us – taste is our guide.

Like Nothing You’ve Ever Tasted Before

This is our promise, and our goal. Every time you open a beer from The Bruery, we love to see the wow on your face, and the “how’d they do that?” in your eyes. Ultimately we believe this experience just makes live a little bit more interesting. Our beers spark conversations, complement meals, and bring people together. They might even change the way you think about beer.

Where The Bruers Relax
Offshoot is what The Bruers drink when they’re off the clock. Nothing better to help you Relax, Escape, Retreat, or Coast. 

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