# Autumnal Maple Beers The Big Leaf Maple Beer from Anchor Brewing is a Fall Offering By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-10-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anchor-brewing References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/anchor-big-leaf-maple-beer/) Brewed with [real maple syrup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brandy-maple), the Big Leaf Maple Beer from Anchor Brewing is a autumn-inspired seasonal offering from the San Francisco-based craft brewery. The Big Leaf Maple Beer is described as a balanced red ale defined by its use of [caramel malts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crisp-ale), pale malts and three doses of Nelson Sauvin hops. The flavor carries a light hint of maple syrup that is perfect for toasting the [autumn season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amber-harvest-lager) over Thanksgiving dinner. The Big Leaf Maple Beer comes in a signature Anchor Brewing bottle and features a fall label rich in seasonal colors that instantly reminds one of fall. The unique flavor profile in this seasonal offering from Anchor Brewing speaks to the adventurous attitude of the modern craft beer drinker. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Autumn-inspired Beers:** Brewing seasonal beers with unique flavors and ingredients that capture the essence of autumn. - **Craft Brewery Offerings:** Craft breweries creating limited edition beers that cater to the adventurous tastes of modern beer drinkers. - **Seasonal Label Designs:** Incorporating seasonal colors and imagery in beer label designs to enhance the overall experience and appeal to consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Craft Beer Industry:** Craft breweries can explore using unconventional ingredients like maple syrup to create unique seasonal offerings and stand out in the market. - **Beverage Packaging Industry:** There is a growing demand for design and packaging solutions that reflect the spirit of different seasons and enhance consumer appeal. - **Restaurant and Hospitality Industry:** Restaurants and bars can feature autumn-inspired beers on their menus to cater to consumers looking for seasonal drink options and unique flavor experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autumnal Amber Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amber-ale.md) - [Barrel-Aged Maple Barleywine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-barleywine.md) - [Seasonal Vanilla-Inspired Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanilla-caramel-amber.md) - [Maple Syrup-Infused Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-stout.md) - [Aromatic Pumpkin Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-ales.md) - [Autumnal Maple Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-bar-latte.md) - [Artistic Seasonal Dark Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-dark-beer.md) - [Pumpkin Latte Blonde Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latte-blonde-beer.md) - [Maple-Laced Spiced Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiced-ciders.md)