11 Of The Best Lightweight Beers To Bring To Your Next Tailgate

Aug 17, 2022

With the back-to-school frenzy and all its school supplies and afternoon snack recipes comes one of the best parts of the fall semester: tailgating. Burgers, cheering on your favorite team, and spending time with friends all make for a memorable afternoon, whether you're looking for a sip that's light and fruity to honor the end of summer or you want to get in the fall spirit with a pumpkin ale, we've got some of the best beers around.

Stiegl Grapefruit Radler ($12 for 4)

This beer drink adds real grapefruit juice into the mix for a natural and tangy flavor you won't be able to get enough of.

Athletic Brewing Company Craft ($30 for 12)

Light flavor and an airy floral spice give this non-alcoholic beer a crisp finish. It'll go great with spicy foods like your go-to taco recipe or braised meat.

Schlafly Pumpkin Ale ($13 for 6)

Not only does this ale have delicious pumpkin flavor, but the cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves will give you that ultimate fall feeling.

Blue Moon Moon Haze IPA ($12 for 6)

This Belgian-style ale is a great addition to all your cookouts and tailgates for the rest of the summer, and it will pair well with all kinds of chicken and veggies.

Angry Orchard Hardcore Dark Cherry Apple ($11 for 6)

Okay, so hard cider isn't exactly beer, but it's too good to not include. If you prefer this kind of drink to beer, try this pick that blends cider apples with dark cherries for a full and rounded flavor.

Odell Sippin' Pretty ($12 for 6)

If the can isn't enough to convince you to take a sip, the refreshing mix of açaí, guava, and elderberry will. The Himalayan pink sea salt adds a nice edge to the flavor, and the fact that the beer is a bright ruby just makes us love it even more.

Fruh Kolsch ($15 for 6)

With a malty aroma and a flavor that balances vanilla with flowery hops, this German pale ale is more than meets the eye.

Miller High Life ($4 for 6)

Affectionately called the "champagne of beer" by the B+C team, try mixing this pick with a little bit of lemonade to create a shandy.

Bud Light Lime Beer ($16 for 12)

Citrus anything automatically makes us think of summer, and this lime beer gets its flavor from real lime peels.

Anderson Valley Blood Orange Gose ($10 for 4)

Brewed with sea salt and coriander, the blood oranges found in this wheat ale make for a complex flavor. Try pairing it with a duck or pork recipe that features sweet components.

East Brother Beer Co. English Strong ($15 for 4)

The rich malt of this beer, which features caramel and dark fruit, comes together for a supremely British flavor.

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Prost! Here’s Everything You Need to Throw an Epic Oktoberfest Party

Halloween may be the most popular October holiday, but we’re excited about one more fall event that gives us the perfect excuse to gorge on beer, brats, and soft pretzels. That’s right, people: We’re talkin’ Oktoberfest. If you’ve never thrown an Oktoberfest party, we’ve got everything you’ll need and more, from decor ideas to German-inspired menu items. So put on your best lederhosen, crack open a cold one, and get to party planning.

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Pumpkin Beer Cooler

Oktoberfest is all about the beer (duh). So instead of carving out a jack-o-lantern, hollow out a pumpkin, fill it up with ice and get to cooling those seasonal ales you love so much.

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Sparkling Pumpkin Cider Beertail

We love sipping on our pumpkin ale straight, but to switch things up, try this beertail made with pumpkin ale, sparkling cider, and lots of cinnamon.

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MyGift 2 Liter Das Boot Beer Glasses

No, you are never, ever, EVER too old for a das boot. Invest in this set of four for your upcoming shindig because, well, it isn’t an Oktoberfest party without a big ol’ beer-filled boot floating around!

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TRUE Craft Beer Tasting Glasses

These sleek glasses are the perfect beer vessel for your German-themed get-together, and they’re also just awesome bar staples. Any excuse to grow the home bar, right?

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Libbey Heidelberg Glass Beer Mugs, Set of 4

Clink the night away with these festive (and hefty!) beer mugs.

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DIY Harlequin Garland

No Oktoberfest party is complete without the standard harlequin garland. DIY this puppy and string it up right before your guests arrive.

Braided Crown

A little dress-up never hurt anybody! Complete your Oktoberfest look with this feminine and effortless braided crown. (via Camille Styles)

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Lederhosen Set

For all moms out there, dress yourlittle one for the occasion. There’s no reason they have to miss out on the party just because of… well… obvious reasons.

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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Roast up the pumpkin seeds from your beer cooler for a light and salty beer snack.

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Pretzel Necklaces

Right when your guests walk in, hand them one of these adorable pretzel necklaces. Who doesn’t love a good wearable snack?

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Homemade Oktoberfest Pretzels

If beer is the Batman of Oktoberfest, then homemade soft pretzels are certainly the Robin. Serve these puppies up warm with some tangy yellow mustard for the perfect party snack.

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Homemade Pretzel Bites

Not into full-size pretzels? No problem! These pretzel bites are the bomb.com.

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Pretzel Bite Mini Bucket Holders

If you go the pretzel-bite route, be sure to craft up some adorable p-bite holders, like these minibuckets lined with Oktoberfest colors.

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Maille Mustard Variety Pack

And you best not be serving up all of these pretzels without a little mustard.

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Pretzel Bar

A food bar is always a good idea, especially if you’re expecting lots of guests. Create a pretzel sampling bar, complete with various mustards and cheesy dips, to really get the Oktoberfest-ivities started.

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Pretzel Rolls

For those of you planning on having a DIY sandwich station, bake up these yummy pretzel rolls to stick with the theme.

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Pull-Apart Pretzel Skillet With Beer Cheese Dip

Pull-apart breads are everything, especially when there’s beer cheese dip involved.

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Wisconsin Beer Brats With Sauerkraut

Grilled brats topped with homemade sauerkraut? There’s absolutely nothing better.

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Grilled Potato Arugula Salad

Serve this lovely grilled potato salad alongside those brats for the perfect Oktoberfest meal.

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Pumpkin Beer Bread

Fully commit to the beer theme and whip up this scrumptious pumpkin beer bread made with pumpkin puree.

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Chocolate-Dipped Beer Marshmallows

Beer marshmallows??? Tell us more!

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Beer Mug Cupcakes

These are so ridiculously amazing, we can’t. even. stand it. Those fondant beer mugs are filled with chocolate cake and with Bailey’s Irish Cream chocolate ganache…!!!

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The 'Gilmore Girls' Creators Are Packing On The Drama In First 'Étoile' Leak

If Gilmore Girls andThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel have shown me anything, it's that creator Amy Sherman-Palladino always has an incredible story up her sleeve. Her new show Étoile, which is coming to Prime Video, promises to be a beautiful and sophisticated look at the world of dance, and if the fact that it's from Amy wasn't enough reason to watch it, it's also Prime's first new show to get a two-season order! Here's everything we know about the series.

What is the next Sherman Palladino show?

Writer/Producer/Director Amy Sherman-Palladino, Writer/Producer/Director Daniel Palladino seen at Netflix's Gilmore Girls: A Year In The Life premiere.Eric Charbonneau/Netflix

Following our beloved Gilmore Girls and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Dan and Amy Sherman-Palladino's next series is Étoile, which is set at two world-famous ballet companies in New York City and Paris. When both companies run into some trouble, the decide to swap their most talented stars in a last-ditch effort to save themselves.

And based on the first set leaks from New York City, it looks like Étoile will definitely be packing on the drama. This short clip shows Luke Kirby standing outside Lincoln Center in a serious conversation (probably about the fate of his ballet company, TBH).

"Well, guess that plan for early retirement will have to wait," Dan and Amy said in a joint statement (via The Hollywood Reporter). "Instead, we’ve decided to embark on an international journey with an unbelievable group of players and the most talented ballet dancers in the world. We will sleep when we’re dead."

But this isn't the first time ASP has forayed into the world of ballet! Her ABC Family series Bunheads (which premiered on June 11, 2012) follows Michelle (Sutton Foster) who moves to her hometown of Paradise and starts working at her mother-in-law's dance studio The Paradise Dance Academy.

Who will star in the new show?

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The best part is that the role of Michelle's mother-in-law is played by Emily Gilmore herself, Kelly Bishop!

When does Étoile premiere?

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We don't have an official release date yet, but considering THR recently revealed the show will finish filming soon, we're hoping to see Étoile in 2025. Just like Gilmore Girls is the ultimate fall rewatch, maybe Étoile will be the ultimate winter rewatch!

Who's in the Étoile cast?

Luke Kirby attends the The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Finale Celebration at the Fonda Theater in Los Angeles on Mon, May 22, 2023. Todd Williamson/JanuaryImages/Prime Video

So far, we know that Étoile will star Luke Kirby, Gideon Glick, Camille Cottin, Simon Callow, Lou de Laâge, and David Alvarez. Yanic Truesdale, who played our favorite Gilmore Girls concierge Michel, has also joined the series as a recurring character! I'm so excited to see Yanic working with Amy Sherman-Palladino again — it's like a Gilmore Girls reunion!

What does Étoile mean?

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Étoile translates to "star," and there are so many different connections here! We have the ballet stars themselves, but you also wish upon a star and reach for the stars when you're working towards a dream. If you ask me, Étoile is the perfect name for this series.

How many episodes does Étoile have?

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The first season of Étoile will have eight episodes total, but considering Prime Video ordered two seasons, we'll definitely be getting more episodes.

Are you excited to watch Étoile? Check back here for the latest news on the series, and stay updated on your favorite TV shows and movies on our Facebook!

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10 Beer Alternatives For A Sober-Curious Super Bowl Sunday

The sober curious movement is all about approaching alcohol with mindfulness, and if you're looking to swap your go-to drink with something a little less boozy, try a beer alternative. These picks, ranging from kombucha to non-alcoholic drinks from your favorite beer brands, are tasty, colorful, and will let you take part in the social aspect of drinking — without giving you a hangover.

GT'S Synergy Trilogy Kombucha Drink Organic & Raw ($4)

We love that this fruity pick is full of probiotics, acids, and active enzymes just as much as we love the rainbow label. Plus it's 100% organic and gluten-free!

Betty Buzz Ginger Beer ($30 For 12 Bottles)

Blake Lively's brand is all about making drink additives that will taste as good as they make you feel, and this ginger beer is no exception. Add it to your favorite mocktail or sip it straight from the bottle. Either way, you won't be able to get enough.

KÖE Organic Kombucha Cans ($24 For 12 Cans)

Any kind of berry lemonade is pretty much the perfect summer drink in our opinion, so it only follows that we'd want to get our hands on this strawberry lemonade kombucha. And with 35 calories and no artificial sweeteners, you'll want to try it too.

Guinness Zero Non-Alcoholic Beer ($10 For 4 Cans)

This beer has all the flavor and characteristics that match Guinness' most popular beer. Their cold filtration method removes the alcohol but retains the drink's balance between bitter and sweet.

Athletic Brewing Company Athletic Lite ($14 For 6 Cans)

This light brew is ideal for anyone who like to stick to classic and simple drinks. Not only is it low-calorie, but it's also vegan and non-GMO.

Budweiser Zero Full-Flavored Zero Alcohol Brew ($9 For 6 Cans)

Get the flavor and feel of a classic Budweiser, just without, well, the alcohol content.

Fever-Tree Ginger Beer ($6 For 4 Bottles)

This non-alcoholic beer features three gingers that are brewed for 24 hours. It swaps cane sugar for fruit sugar for a sweet and spicy taste that isn't artificial and we can't get enough.

Remedy Kombucha Variety Pack ($45 For 24 Cans)

If you're not sure what kombucha flavor you like the best, just get a variety pack so you can try them all! This is also a great option for parties because there's sure to be something for everyone.

Health-Ade Pomegranate Kombucha ($43 For 6 Bottles)

The gut-friendly probiotics and organic acids found in this recipe are exactly the kinds of multitaskers we're looking for. They'll help decrease your inflammation and your bloating while also making your skin and nails better. Count us in.

Brooklyn Special Effects Non-Alcoholic Brew ($11 For 6 Cans)

Treat yourself to this beer alternative's citrus-forward flavors, as well as its sweetness. You'll thank us later!

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17 “Stunning” Target Gifts Under $5 That Make The Best Stocking Stuffers

Opening my stocking is absolutely my favorite part of Christmas morning. There’s nothing a tiny lil’ gift can’t fix! If you’re looking to bulk up your fam’s stockings this year, Target’s got you covered with tons of fun finds under $5. I scoured 300+ Target stocking stuffers and found some truly stunning (and cute) options just in time for Christmas!

Scroll on for the best Target stocking stuffers you can shop for $5 or less!

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Wondershop Winter Road Trip Cozy Crew Socks

You can't ever go wrong with a cozy pair of socks! These recall the holiday season in the cutest way.

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Favorite Day Reindeer Christmas Cocoa Mix

This readymade hot chocolate mix comes complete with marshmallows for the tastiest cup around. Plus, how adorable (erm, a-deer-able) is that packaging?

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Room Essentials Disco Notepad + Pen Set

This shiny notepad will come in handy for collecting New Year's goals, work notes, and, of course, miscellaneous doodles.

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Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge + Travel Case Ornament

Whether you hang it on the Christmas tree or stuff it in their stocking, any beauty lover will appreciate a brand-new blending sponge (and the handy travel case)!

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Teak + Tobacco Reading Light Candle

Got a bookworm in your life? They're sure to love this cozy candle that smells like a robust blend of teak and tobacco for their reading sessions.

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Anihana Aromatherapy Shower Steamer

Gift 'em a dose of self-care with this calming, sinus-relieving shower steamer! The aroma is truly heaven.

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Burt's Bees Lip Balm Set

This lip + hand care duo comes in the cutest Christmas-y packaging to evoke so much cheer.

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Wondershop Christmas Tree Mug

A $5 mug will always get me. This one comes in the shape of a festive Christmas tree for hosting all sorts of hot chocolates, teas, and hot toddies.

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Wild Fable Essential Gloves

Gloves make the perfect practical gift for those who live somewhere cold. These even have touch screen compatibility on the fingertips so they don't have to sacrifice comfort to make a call or send a text.

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Chapstick 4-Piece Lip Balm Set

If your giftee is anything like me, they'll always adore a new set of lip balms (even though their collection may be overflowing).

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Favorite Day Hot Chocolate Drink Bomb

I fear it truly doesn't get any more festive than a chocolate and peppermint combo. This $4 find is sweet.

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A New Day Cozy Knit Ribbed Embroidered Cherry Crew Socks

Oh, these socks are so cute! They have little embroidered cherries on the top and even come with an attached gift tag so you don't necessarily have to wrap them.

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Wondershop Christmas Cat Mug

Any cat lover will want to reach for this festive feline all year long!

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Da Bomb Bath Fizzer Snowflake Gingerbread Bath Bomb

This delicious-smelling bath bomb will infuse their next soak with notes of freshly-baked gingerbread. Plus, once it fizzes away, a little surprise (both adult- and kid-friendly) awaits inside!

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SpaLife Radiance Eye Masks 3-Pack

These under eye masks wake up tired eyes with vitamin C and coffee – the perfect post-holiday refresh.

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Vitamasques Candy Cane Lip Butter Balm

This sweet lip butter smells like a candy cane, all while nourishing dry winter lips. I'll take 5, thanks.

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eos Holiday Candy Cane Lip Sugar Scrub

This $5 lip scrub is a total treat to dehydrated, flaky lips. They'll be reaching for it every day!

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42 Affordable Gifts That Feel Like Splurges

The holidays are great, but they can be pretty taxing on bank accounts. We all want to buy gifts for our friends and families that feel like we went out but don't break the budget. We've worked hard to dig through Amazon and find the hottest gifts of the year that feel like a splurge but are wallet-friendly. No matter who you want to impress with your gifts, we've got what you need. From gadgets to purses to trending kitchen buys, you'll find just what you need to finish your holiday shopping.

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This Purse Gives a Designer Feel Without a Designer Price

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Accessories don't have to be a huge, expensive gift. Made from premium vegan leather, this purse brings the style to any outfit, whether they lean more towards casual or upscale.

11 Of The Best Lightweight Beers To Bring To Your Next Tailgate

Stiegl Grapefruit Radler ($12 for 4)

Athletic Brewing Company Craft ($30 for 12)

Schlafly Pumpkin Ale ($13 for 6)

Blue Moon Moon Haze IPA ($12 for 6)

Angry Orchard Hardcore Dark Cherry Apple ($11 for 6)

Odell Sippin' Pretty ($12 for 6)

Fruh Kolsch ($15 for 6)

Miller High Life ($4 for 6)

Bud Light Lime Beer ($16 for 12)

Anderson Valley Blood Orange Gose ($10 for 4)

East Brother Beer Co. English Strong ($15 for 4)

Pretzel Bite Mini Bucket Holders

What is the next Sherman Palladino show?

Who will star in the new show?

When does Étoile premiere?

Who's in the Étoile cast?

What does Étoile mean?

How many episodes does Étoile have?

GT'S Synergy Trilogy Kombucha Drink Organic & Raw ($4)

Betty Buzz Ginger Beer ($30 For 12 Bottles)

KÖE Organic Kombucha Cans ($24 For 12 Cans)

Guinness Zero Non-Alcoholic Beer ($10 For 4 Cans)

Athletic Brewing Company Athletic Lite ($14 For 6 Cans)

Budweiser Zero Full-Flavored Zero Alcohol Brew ($9 For 6 Cans)

Fever-Tree Ginger Beer ($6 For 4 Bottles)

Remedy Kombucha Variety Pack ($45 For 24 Cans)

Health-Ade Pomegranate Kombucha ($43 For 6 Bottles)

Brooklyn Special Effects Non-Alcoholic Brew ($11 For 6 Cans)

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