By Doug Greener – September 22, 2024

What’s New:

Israeli craft breweries have continued to introduce exciting new beers despite the challenges of the times. This holiday season brings a delightful array of new offerings from top breweries across Israel, perfect for celebrating the High Holy Days.

Why It Matters:

These craft beers are a testament to Israeli ingenuity and resilience. They not only showcase the country’s brewing talents but also serve as a symbol of festivity and tradition, even amidst trying circumstances.

Key Israeli Craft Beers for the Holidays

Oak & Ash Brewery in Beit Shemesh

Oak & Ash Brewery has been consistently delivering innovation with their box sets of four uniquely numbered beers. One standout is the “Meet the Brewer” box, featuring creations from different brewers:

• American Pale Ale:Dry-hopped five times, offering sweet citrus, floral, melon, lemon, and pine aromas, without excessive bitterness (ABV 4.7%).
• Black IPA – Here and There:Combines stout and India pale ale features, beautifully balanced in favor of stout flavors initially, with a hoppy finish (ABV 5%).
• I Love Sour:Brewed with bergamot citrus, lime juice, and lemon zest, this refreshing drink is a perfect companion for hot days (ABV 4%).

Oak & Ash beers can be ordered online at their official store.

Schnitt Brewpub in Tel Aviv

Schnitt Brewpub continues to innovate with both core and limited-edition beers:

• Session IPA – In the Little:Enjoy multiple glasses with citrus and pine aromas, and flavors of grapes, melon, and peach (ABV 4.5%).
• Yes Yes, No No – Bavarian Wheat Beer:Classic Hefeweizen with aromas of bread and banana and flavors of banana and cloves (ABV 5.2%).
• Why Like This – Blonde Ale:A dry-hopped delight.
• What Was Was – New England IPA:Fruity and aromatic.

Schnitt beers are available online.

Herzl Brewery in Tefen Industrial Area

Known for their all can-exclusive lineup, Herzl introduces:

• Hazy Shmazy – Hazy IPA:A delicious combination of pine, kiwi, mango, and tropical fruits with a moderate bitterness that keeps you wanting more (ABV 5.5%).

HaGibor Brewery in Karmiel

HaGibor Brewery honors women heroines with:

• HaGiborot – Lager:Simple, clear, pale with lemon grass notes. Light and refreshing (ABV 4.8%).

Shevet Brewstillery in Pardess Hanna

Adding to its strong core lineup, Shevet introduces:

• Tipsy Wizard – Belgian Triple Ale:Rich and fulfilling flavors of cloves, sweet banana, and a touch of plum, perfect for cooler days (ABV 9%).

Hatch Brewery in Jerusalem

Hatch continues to innovate with:

• Farm Culture:Saison-style beer with tarragon herb and sugar apple, offering unique aromas and a refreshing taste (ABV 6.1%).

Hatch beers are available for order on their website.

Srigim Brewery on Moshav Srigim (Li-On)

Srigim Brewery introduces a new addition:

• Emek Ha’ela Session IPA:Hazy light golden color with citrus and tropical fruit notes, low ABV making it perfect for extended sessions (ABV 3.8%).

Celebrate the Jewish New Year in festive spirit with these remarkable craft beers, each embodying the vibrant and resilient essence of Israeli culture.

This story was first published on jpost.com.