What's the most notable symbol of fall? The pumpkin, of course!

It's about time we start getting ready for all things creepy -- all things Halloween. It only makes sense to prepare with a great pumpkin beer in-hand!

These three beers are great because they all capture the essence of the season in different ways. We have a brew recommendation for people who prefer subtle flavors, one for beer enthusiasts who love big, bold flavors, and another for drinkers who just enjoy the classic flavors- cinnamon, and of course, pumpkin.

Check out the best pumpkin beers to get you ready for the spookiest time of year!

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    Ballast Point Pumpkin Down

    The caramel and toffee maltiness of Ballast Point’s Piper Down Scottish ale is the perfect backdrop for a boatload of roasted pumpkin. Just before bottling, they add a subtle amount of spice to complement, but not overwhelm, the earthy flavor (5.8% ABV).

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    New Belgium Pumpkick

    Pumpkick is brewed with plenty of pumpkin juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, but it's the cranberries and touch of lemongrass that send your taste buds sailing (6% ABV).

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    Saranac Pumpkin Ale

    A hearty ale brewed with real pumpkin, cinnamon, allspice, and ginger with a full body and amber color (5% ABV).

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