Prost to Fall! Rave Associates’ Lineup of German Festbiers & Pumpkin Brews

As the air cools and the leaves begin to turn, nothing pairs better with fall in Michigan than a hearty beer that celebrates the season. At Rave Associates, your importer and distributor of fine beer and wine across southeast Michigan, we’re raising our steins to a lineup of German Festbiers and pumpkin brews that bring the taste of autumn right to your glass.

A Toast to Tradition: German Festbiers

No fall season is complete without honoring the centuries-old tradition of Oktoberfest. This year, our partners have delivered crisp, malty, and perfectly balanced Festbiers that are brewed to be enjoyed in big mugs, alongside good friends and great food. Expect rich amber hues, smooth finishes, and that unmistakable Bavarian character that’s both refreshing and satisfying. Whether it’s a Märzen or a lighter, golden Festbier, these beers capture the spirit of Munich right here in Michigan.

Pumpkin Season in a Glass

For those who crave the warm spices of autumn, our pumpkin beers are back and better than ever. From subtly spiced to full-on pumpkin pie in a pint, these brews showcase cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and a touch of sweetness that make them perfect for tailgates, bonfires, and cozy nights in. They’re a true taste of fall, crafted to complement the season’s flavors and festivities.

Celebrate Local, Celebrate Seasonal

At Rave Associates, we’re proud to connect southeast Michigan retailers, bars, and restaurants with seasonal specialties that keep customers coming back. Our fall beer lineup is curated to highlight tradition, innovation, and the joy of sharing a great drink at the right time of year.

So raise a glass this fall—whether it’s filled with a smooth German Festbier or a spiced pumpkin ale. 🍺 Here’s to crisp nights, colorful leaves, and beers worth celebrating.

Founders Oktoberfest

Blink and you’ll think you’re in Bavaria. We went all in on tradition with our Oktoberfest, using imported German malts and hops with a beautiful lager yeast for the finish. Pours a gorgeous copper hue with a rich, malty and slightly sweet backbone. Our version is akin to the beer poured in the early days of Oktoberfest and, yes, it adheres to the Reinheitsgebot. Prost!

Von Trapp Oktoberfest

This full-bodied amber lager is brewed in the traditional Märzen style. A blend of light and dark Munich malts creates notes of graham cracker, caramel, and bread crust complemented by floral and peppery aromas from Hallertau and Tettnang hops. Say "Prost" with this crisp and celebratory lager.

3 Floyds Munsterfest

A Marzen-style Festbier brewed with the finest German malted barley, aromatic Bavarian noble hops, and traditional lager yeast. This rich, malty lager is one of the few that remain true to the tradition of fest biers originally brewed to honor the marriage of Prince Ludwig in 1810. Es ist nicht normal.

Arbor Brewing Co. Oktoberfest

Our festive amber lager is brewed with ample Pilsner and Munich malts, creating a rich, hearty beer that’s balanced by a clean bitterness and a crisp, dry finish. Prost!

Benediktiner Festbier

The closest thing to heaven: Benediktiner Festbier is a pleasure to drink thanks to its fine flavor, malty aroma, and intense golden-yellow color. The aromatic profile of Ettal cellar yeast paired with a soft bitterness from the hops makes Benediktiner Festbier a flavor experience. Brewed in Lich in accordance with the original Benedictine recipe for Benediktiner Weissbräu GmbH, Ettal.

BELL'S Octoberfest

Bell’s Octoberfest is community in a glass. Our traditional Märzen lager has rich German malt flavors and crisp hop aromas, making it the perfect pairing for the annual festival tradition of drinking beer with friends.

Founders Brewing Co Ultimate Oktoberfest

Roll out the barrel…the bourbon barrel, that is! We’re taking the classic German-style Marzen and kicking it up a notch by adding the smooth, rich flavors that only nine months in a bourbon barrel can provide! Get out your Lederhosen and prepare for an intense wave of Bavaria Hysteria – Ultimate Oktoberfest is here!

Schneider Weisse Festweisse

Ideal for celebrations: "Meine Festweisse" - the lucid golden wheat beer, renewed from the traditional Oktoberfest beer recipe. Its fresh citrusy note is derived from precious Cascade hop and the fruity Schneider yeast - a real treat, unrivaled in freshness and drinkability. A great companion for Mediterrenean and light dishes, and - of course - festive gatherings.

Khunhenn Oktoberfest

Kuhnhenn Oktoberfest is a Märzen-style lager with a deep amber color, a rich, nutty, and malty flavor profile, a subtle caramelly sweetness, and a hint of bitterness on the finish. It has a full-bodied mouthfeel and a classic copper appearance with good head retention, offering a balance between malt and hop flavors. 

Lansing Brewing Co. Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest utilizes three different Germany style malts; Pilsen, Vienna and Munich which give it a very clean bread-like malt flavor and easy drinkability. This beer utilizes an American “noble” hop varietal called Mt. Rainier, stemming away from traditionally used European noble hops, yet keeping the same low amount of earthy hop character.

Lakefront Oktoberfest

Vienna and Munich malt give our Oktoberfest its bready and malty flavor, while German Saphir hops balance the substantially malty body, making this a great rendition of a classic German lager. Prost!

Weihenstephaner Festbier

Deep gold in color, this beer is luminous in the glass. From the very first sip, the full-bodied flavor is immediately perceptible a blanced harmony of hop and malt aromas.

Wolverine Oktoberfest

This beer embodies everything that is great about fall in Michigan. The rich malty flavor complements crisp fall days and the bounty of Michigan's harvest. No fall celebration is complete without Wolverine Oktoberfest.

Jolly Pumpkin Brewing Co. 

Packed with real pumpkins, hints of spice & a gentle kiss of cacao to lighten the soul, this squashy wild ale has notes of cinnamon, pumpkin spice, & everything nice. Ok, so the joke was Jolly Pumpkin doesn’t brew a pumpkin beer. Well, now we do. Just this one. Guess now folks will have to find something else to joke about…

Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery Paranormal Imperial Pumpkin Ale

As if the cult of brewing with pumpkin wasn’t already an unexplained phenomenon, the Flying Monkeys have created a rich, mesmerizing Imperial Pumpkin Ale beyond explanation. Irresistible impulses drove us to dump pumpkin in our kettle and douse the brew with exotic warm spices haunting our brewhouse with the toasty aura of Autumn.

Shipyard Brewing Co, Smashed Pumpkin

A big-bodied beer with a pleasing aroma of pumpkin and nutmeg. Pale Ale, Wheat, and Light Munich malts combine with the natural tannin in pumpkin and the delicate spiciness of Saphir and Hallertau Hops to balance the sweetness of the fruit. This beer is best enjoyed at 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Shipyard Brewing Co. Pumpkinhead Ale

Pumpkinhead is a crisp, refreshing wheat ale with delightful aromatics and subtle spice flavor. To celebrate the fall season, we enhance the pumpkin flavor with a proprietary blend of spices including cinnamon and nutmeg. A proper pint of Pumpkinhead is served in a pint glass rimmed with sugar and cinnamon and often accompanied by a shot of spiced rum or vanilla vodka.

New Holland Brewing Co. Ichabod Pumpkin Ale

The legend of sleepy hollow lives on with Ichabod pumpkin ale. This flagship seasonal combines malted barley and real pumpkin with cinnamon and nutmeg in a delicious and inviting brew, perfectly paired with all things autumn.

Witchs Hat Pumpkin Porter

Robust Porter brewed with real Pumpkin and Spices