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Cheers to 15 years of Highland Brewing’s Clawhammer Oktoberfest

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An amber lager is held by two people cheersing in front of Highland Brewing.

Highland named the beer after Clawhammer Mountain in an effort to bring awareness to conservation efforts of Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy.

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Clawhammer Oktoberfest, Highland Brewing’s seasonal lager release, is turning 15.

The beer, named after Clawhammer Mountain outside of Brevard, features a recipe consistent with traditional German-style Märzens. Highland’s version is smooth and toasty and pairs especially well with late summer campfires or crisp fall evenings.

Pro tip: Set the vibe with this curated playlist featuring Clawhammer-style banjo heard in traditional Appalachian music.

Clawhammer is a seasonal release, so…

Get sippin’ before it sells out

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