Event poster for “Brews & Bites Presents Christmas Ale in July.” Features Great Lakes Brewing Co. and Brewnuts logos, donuts, and a Christmas Ale can. Event is July 25th at 1 PM. Maroon background with white text and graphics.
Saturday – July 25, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Brews & Bites: Christmas Ale in July Edition

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Taste GLBC beers expertly paired with beer-infused donuts from our friends at Brewnuts!

Enjoy four unique donut and beer pairings at a special Christmas Ale in July Edition Brews & Bites experience featuring our friends at Brewnuts. Learn the preparation methods of the classic pastry from Brewnuts co-owner John Pippin while tasting specially made Brewnuts confectionaries alongside perfectly paired GLBC beers, including Barrel Aged Christmas Ale!

MENU:

  • Barrel Aged Christmas Ale – Christmas Ale Frycake
  • Strawberry Pineapple Wheat – Limoncello Glaze
  • Rally Drum Lemon Shandy – Watermelon Jolly Rancher Glaze
  • Independence Ale Double IPA – Peach Donut

 

For more information on the full Christmas Ale in July schedule of events, click HERE!

Each ticket includes:
– Four 5 oz. beers, paired with four mini donuts from Brewnuts
– One Hop College exclusive glass to take home
– Hop College notebook and pen, available as an add-on

Graduate at the bottom of your glass at Hop College, where our taproom is your classroom.

The Fine Print

Details, including pairings, are subject to change without notice. Menu substitutions cannot be made.

Payment is non-refundable, and event date is non-transferable. Please book your date and time carefully, as refunds will not be awarded.

You MUST be 21 or older with a valid ID to consume, purchase, or pick up alcohol. No ID, no alcohol. No exceptions!

Questions? Contact us at 216.771.4404 or GLBCinfo@greatlakesbrewing.com.