Westbound & Down Brewing Oktoberfest Beer, Colorado

Rich malt, freshly toasted bread, and golden-brown biscuit define Westbound & Down Brewing Oktoberfest Beer, a 5.8% ABV Märzen-style lager built around depth without heaviness. Clean bitterness provides a measured counterpoint to the malt, giving the beer the balance and drinkability expected of a festival lager while preserving the warm, toasty character at the heart of the style.

Product Details:

• Director of Brewery Operations: Jake Gardner
• ABV: 5.8%

Sensory Description:

A rich malt aroma opens into flavors of freshly toasted bread and the browned, lightly caramelized edges of a golden biscuit. The palate remains malt-forward without becoming overly sweet or heavy, allowing the toasted character to carry the beer while clean bitterness supplies definition and balance. Smooth lager structure keeps the profile composed and approachable, leading into a clean finish that encourages another sip.

Brewer's Background:

Westbound & Down Brewing Company was established in 2015 with deep Colorado roots and a philosophy shaped by the landscape, adventure, and independent spirit of the American West. The brewery focuses on beers that combine sophisticated flavor with an approachable drinking experience, emphasizing consistency, balance, and high-quality ingredients throughout its brewing program. Director of Brewery Operations Jake Gardner has played a central role in developing that program, which spans precisely made lagers, hop-driven ales, and other modern craft styles. Oktoberfest reflects the traditional side of Westbound & Down’s brewing identity, bringing its quality-focused approach to the classic malt-driven Märzen format.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 5 to 7 degrees Celsius in a traditional stein, dimpled mug, or Willi Becher glass. Pair with bratwurst and mustard, schnitzel, roast pork, grilled sausages, soft pretzels, roast chicken, or alpine-style cheeses. Its combination of toasted malt and clean bitterness also makes it particularly well suited to autumn cookouts, game-day spreads, and Oktoberfest gatherings.