SIP ON THIS

| eat & drink || Sip on This Summertime Suds6Beat the heat and quench your thirst with a pint of one of these refreshing summer-inspired beers from some of our region’s most beloved breweries. —Compiled by Megan Wiskus

Hola Señor Mexican-Style Lager

TASTING NOTES: Malty yet crisp, easy-drinking, cleanfinishing Mexican-style cerveza that’s best enjoyed extra chilled with fresh lime.

ABV: 5% TRY IT HERE 

Knee Deep Brewing Co.

13395 New Airport Road, Suite H, Auburn, 530-7974677, kneedeepbrewing.com

Summer Lovin’ Lemon Lime IPA

TASTING NOTES: Ultra-dry IPA featuring an abundance of Simcoe hops, a kiss of Loral Cryo hops, and pounds of fresh lemon and lime zest, resulting in a refreshing beer that’s perfect for hot weather. ABV: 7% TRY IT HERE 

Moonraker Brewing Co.

12970 Earhart Avenue, Suite 100, Auburn, 530-7456816, moonrakerbrewing.com

Puppy Pils

TASTING NOTES: Fullbodied, slightly sweet pilsner with light bittering notes and hints of graham cracker. Sip it alongside your pup on a sweltering summer day. ABV: 5.4% TRY IT HERE  Dueling Dogs Brewing Co. 3030 Barrett Park Lane, Lincoln, 916-434-8141, duelingdogsbrewing.com

Who Needs Another

Blonde Ale

TASTING NOTES: Crushable, thirst-quenching ale with a hint of sweetness. Best consumed in the company of others, whether at a BBQ or the beach.

ABV: 6% TRY IT HERE 

LogOff Brewing

3054 Sunrise Boulevard, Suite

J, Rancho Cordova, 916-706-0343, logoffbrewing.com

Victor

TASTING NOTES: Mexican amber lager brewed in the traditional Vienna style with a toasty malt backbone and slightly sweet caramel notes. The perfect choice for when you’re in the mood for a low ABV beer with loads of flavor. ABV: 4.5% TRY IT HERE  Porchlight Brewing Co. 866 57th Street, Sacramento, 916-476-5384, porchlightbrewingcompany.com

Rampart American Helles Lager

TASTING NOTES: Crisp, citrusy, German-inspired lager with balanced acidity, noble hop character, and a bread-like malt profile. The addition of organic California rice gives it an American spin, while a lower alcohol content makes it perfect for sipping on the porch or at the lake. ABV: 4.8% TRY IT HERE  Solid Ground Brewing, 552 Pleasant Valley Road, Diamond Springs, 530-344-7442, solidgroundbrewing.com