Jack's Abby Brewing 'Copper Legend' Octoberfest Beer, Massachusetts

A triumphant toast to one of the world’s most storied celebrations, Copper Legend captures the spirit of Oktoberfest in every crimson-hued pour. Brewed annually by Jack’s Abby in Framingham, Massachusetts, this lager pays homage to the original 1810 royal fest with a richly malty, elegantly balanced profile that has become a seasonal favorite among lager enthusiasts.

Product Details:

• Beer Style: Oktoberfest Lager, melding Märzen and Festbier traditions
• ABV: 5.7%
• IBUs: 22
• Original Gravity: 13.5° Plato
• Release: Seasonal, available August–October
• Ingredients: Features caramel-rich Munich malts, local wheat, and noble hops

Sensory Description:

This beer pours a radiant copper with a light, frothy head. The aroma offers gentle notes of toasted bread, caramel, and a hint of floral hop herbalness. On the palate, it delivers smooth, rounded malt flavors, crusty sourdough, soft hazelnut, toffee, and a whisper of dark honey, balanced by a subtle, noble hop bitterness that finishes with crisp restraint. Elegant and soothing, with an understated depth that underscores its traditional roots.

Brewer's Background

Since its debut, Jack’s Abby has committed to elevating lager styles within the craft realm. Copper Legend stands as a seasonal monument to that ethos—crafted with precision to evoke both the weight of tradition and the joy of festivity. Brewmaster Jack Hendler pursued the delicate equilibrium between Märzen’s malt-forward warmth and Festbier’s lighter drinkability, delivering a beer that is both rich and endlessly quaffable.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve cold in a stein, mug, or tulip glass to showcase its aromas and structure. Pairs delightfully with classic Oktoberfest fare, warm pretzels slathered in mustard, bratwurst, roast pork, sauerkraut, and German potato salad. Also lovely alongside roasted root vegetables or a sharp cheese board. Perfect for raising a glass during brisk fall evenings or lively gatherings by the fire.