When ski culture and craft beer collide, the result isn’t just some normal post-pow buzz. It’s a collision of community and creativity that results in a can filled with cold-weather stoke. From après ski IPAs to resort collabs brewed slope-side, these ski-themed beers capture the spirit of mountain towns, chairlift stories, and long days that end at the bar.
Here’s a ski beer roundup that is made for the mountains. Featuring standout brews from across the country you can taste the connection to skiing, snowboarding, and après culture in every sip.
Black Bear – Stable 12 Brewing
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Black Bear – Stable 12 Brewing
Style: IPA
Why Skiers Love It: Bold hops with mountain-town balance
Black Bear from Stable 12 Brewing was brewed in collaboration with Camelback Resort is a hop-forward IPA built for skiers who want flavor as bold as their day on the snow. The flavor is classic IPA, bright hops, a firm backbone, and a clean finish, without the hop bomb palate fatigue you can get from other IPAs
Order it at any one of the bars at Camelback and taste the satisfaction in every sip as you keep the après session rolling.
Best après pairing: A large plate of nachos, post-lift laughs, and “just one more run” stories.
Après Ski IPA – Long Trail Brewing
Style: IPA
Why Skiers Love It: A Vermont après classic in the making
Few breweries understand ski culture like Long Trail Brewing. Their taproom has been a prime spot for après ski for over three decades. Their Après Ski IPA bridges the gap between your day on the mountain and the stories shared afer. Bright hops meet a sturdy malt backbone, delivering a beer that’s bold enough for hop lovers but balanced enough to drink more than one.
Best après pairing: Live music and ski boots half-unbuckled.
Slopeside – New Trail Brewing
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Style: IPA
Why Skiers Love It: Built for the base area
Slopeside from New Trail Brewing is exactly what the name suggests. It’s a beer designed for that sweet spot between the last run and the first round. Crack one open and instantly feels its crisp, refreshing, and easy-drinking nature. This is the beer you reach for when hanging on the deck on sunny mountain days sharing stories with friends.
Best après pairing: Deck chairs, sunglasses, and soft snow.
Yodler – 42 North Brewing x Holiday Valley
Style: Alpine-Inspired Amber Ale
Why Skiers Love It: Resort collab done right
Yodler is a collaboration between 42 North Brewing and Holiday Valley. Named for the Yodler trail that has been in operation since 1958 it is a nod to classic alpine culture with a modern craft twist. Clean, flavorful, and highly drinkable, it’s perfect for long après conversations.
Best après pairing: Ski stories that get better with every sip.
Test Pilot – North Chair Brewing x Stratton Mountain
Style: IPA
Why Skiers Love It: Lift-inspired and Vermont proud
Test Pilot is a Stratton Mountain collaboration from the new and not so far down the road neighbor, North Chair Brewing. It checks all the right boxes: Vermont roots, hop-forward flavor, and a strong connection to resort culture. As bold as a run through the Test Pilot trees but smooth enough to keep the party going after.
Best après pairing: Stratton base lodge bars and trail-map debates.
Behind You – Roadhouse Brewing (Service Industry Benefit Beer)
Style: Varies by batch
Why Skiers Love It: Community-first brewing
While not exactly ski themed, Behind You from Roadhouse Brewing is more than just a ski-town beer. It’s a statement. Brewed to benefit people in the service industry, this beer gives back to the bartenders, servers, and hospitality workers who keep mountain towns running all winter long.
Best après pairing: Tipping well and supporting local spots.
Après All Day – Snow Republic Brewery x All About Après
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Style: Après-Ready Craft Beer
Why Skiers Love It: Built for the full mountain lifestyle
Après All Day is a collaboration between Snow Republic Brewery and All About Après. Brewed especially for those who believe après isn’t just a moment but rather a mindset. Balanced and approachable, this beer transitions seamlessly from ski boots to bar stools in a way that is as easy as it is to drink.
Best après pairing: One more round… and then maybe another.
No Limits IPA & Winter’s Way Golden Ale – Orono Brewing
Style: IPA (No Limits) • Golden Ale (Winter’s Way)
Why Skiers Love Them: Purpose-driven brewing with deep Maine ski roots
No Limits IPA from Orono Brewing isn’t just a post-ski IPA, it’s a beer with a mission. Brewed in support of Maine Adaptive, the organization dedicated to making outdoor recreation accessible to people with disabilities, No Limits lives up to its name. It’s bright, hop-forward, and energetic, making it a natural reward after a big day on snow, while also giving back to the ski community in a meaningful way.
On the celebratory side, Winter’s Way Golden Ale was brewed to honor Sugarloaf’s 75th anniversary, paying tribute to one of the most iconic mountains in the East. Smooth, approachable, and easy-drinking, it captures the nostalgia of chairlift rides, bluebird days, and generations of Maine skiers who’ve made the Loaf what it is today.
Together, these two beers showcase what Orono does best: creating high-quality, drinkable beer that’s deeply connected to Maine’s outdoor culture and ski heritage.
Best après pairings:
- No Limits IPA: Sharing stories that matter and supporting the people who make skiing more inclusive
- Winter’s Way Golden Ale: Fireside hangs and raising a glass to 75 years of turns at Sugarloaf
Final Turns: Why Ski Themed Craft Beers Matter
Ski-themed beers aren’t just beer can labels with clever artwork. They are reflections of mountain culture at its finest, local partnerships and the shared ritual of après ski. Whether it’s a resort collaboration, a community-focused brew, or a beer designed for life after the lifts stop spinning, each of these cans tells a story skiers know well.
So pack your cooler with these standout brews this season, and toast the turns and the people that brought you here.
About the Author
Rich Stoner is the founder of the après-ski lifestyle clothing and media brand, All About Après. He is also the co-host of the Après All Day Podcast. No stranger to the ski and après-ski scene, Rich has been a long time contributor for many publications on topics like skiing, travel, gear, beer and food. However, his passion is on the slopes and enjoying good times with good people. You can find him perfecting his craft carving turns and drinking beers in the Green Mountains of Vermont. @allaboutapres