The Ultimate Guide to Pumpkin Beer: 12 Brews, Ranked From Worst to Best

We'll attempt to contain our excitement over Dogfish Head Punkin Ale ($11 for four). The brown ale brew has a cult following among hip beer drinkers, and for good reason. It's a very unique rendition of pumpkin spice. The caramel scent, sweet malty flavor, delicate trace of pumpkin, and nutmeg-brown sugar finish make this almost better than pumpkin pie. Almost.