The Art of the Seasonal Pour
By: Legion Brewing Company
How Legion Crafts Beers for Every Time of Year
At Legion Brewing, every beer tells a story — one of craftsmanship, creativity, and community. Our brewing philosophy has always been simple: don’t copy the crowd, create your own path. While many breweries follow predictable trends, we take each season as an opportunity to explore flavor, experiment with ingredients, and design beers that reflect our mission.
Our Brewing Philosophy: Crafted with Intention
For us, beer isn’t just about what’s in your glass. It’s about the feeling that comes with it. Good friends gathered around the table, laughter spilling into the evening, and moments that linger long after the last sip. That belief drives how we craft every seasonal release.
Our brewers, many of whom have been with us since the very beginning, draw inspiration from the time of year, the ingredients grown close to home, and the people who walk through our taproom doors. We keep seasonal produce in mind and source local whenever possible — from hops grown right here in North Carolina to fruit and grains from nearby farms. Each beer is created in-house with care, intention, and a touch of instinct — because at Legion, that’s where the best ideas are born.
The Year in Beer: A Taste of Every Season
Each season brings new inspiration, new ingredients, and a chance to tell a story through flavor. Our lineup shifts throughout the year to match the rhythm of Charlotte’s seasons and the moods that come with them.
Spring: Brighter days call for citrus-forward pours and fruit-inspired spinoffs of Legion’s staple Juicy Jay. Fresh, lively hops bring a hint of sunshine to every sip — a nod to renewal and new beginnings.
Summer: Long afternoons and beach days inspired Slow Tide, a crisp lager with a whisper of lime and salt. Alongside favorites like Supernova, these beers capture the easygoing warmth of summer with bright, sharp, and juicy fruit character.
Fall: Instead of following the pumpkin trend, we take our own spin with Oaktoberfest – a smooth, malt-forward classic that celebrates smooth hints of vanilla notes and cozy evenings.
Winter: Cooler weather invites us to slow down and savor. This season brings beers like Sláinte — rich, warming, and full of depth. And for those who love something fresh, stay tuned for something berry and bright coming this winter.
Local Sourcing Meets Innovation
Seasonal brewing starts with what’s available and what’s local. Our team looks to North Carolina farms for inspiration, using fresh hops and produce whenever possible. With the help of our top of the line Braukon brewing system, our brewers have the freedom to experiment and scale ideas responsibly. Housed in our 17,000 square-foot production facility, the system includes a state of the art laboratory, a Krones 24-head filler packaging line, and the largest warehouse cooler in Charlotte. This balance between precision and creativity allows us to push boundaries while keeping the quality you expect from Legion in every pour.
A Reflection of Community and Campfire Hospitality
Every seasonal beer we create is a reflection of the people around us — the Charlotte community that continues to inspire our craft. We see each beer as a small story in a larger narrative: one that celebrates time, place, and connection.
There’s always something new brewing at Legion. Visit any of our Charlotte taprooms to experience what’s on tap this season and keep an eye on our social channels to see what’s coming next. Because at Legion Brewing, every season has a story, and every story tastes better with friends!