For the first time ever, Stella Artois is releasing a limited-edition holiday beer called Midnight Lager just in time for Halloween. The black lager boasts a deep color and equally dark notes of Belgian dark chocolate and freshly brewed espresso. The 5.4% ABV lager also boasts an elegant black and gold new look.
The name of the beer was inspired by the legendary headless rider of Sleepy Hollow and as a tie-in, Stella Artois created a map of seven bars where it is offering a first taste of Midnight Lager, and some locations are offering the experience for free.
The first-ever holiday beer from the brand calls back to its origins, as Stella Artois was originally brewed as a holiday gift for the town of Leuven in Belgium.
Spooky Black Lagers
Midnight Lager is Stella Artois' First Limited-Edition Holiday Beer
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