If you’re in the market for a gluten free pumpkin beer that actually delivers on flavor, you’re not alone. Every fall, shelves are packed with pumpkin brews — but most are off-limits to gluten-sensitive drinkers. Fortunately, a few standouts are giving the gluten free beer category something to celebrate. Here are two that impressed us in our ongoing taste test.
These picks are part of our evolving roundup: A Fluid List of the Best Pumpkin Beers Ranked. The number in the title might change, but the pursuit of great pumpkin beer never stops.
Ghosts of Pumpkins Passed – Departed Soles Brewing Co.
This rich copper-hued gluten free pumpkin beer opens with smooth sweetness before building into a satisfying blend of pumpkin and spice. At 4.5% ABV, it offers an easy-drinking experience without sacrificing character. Unlike many lower-ABV brews that fall flat, this one hits the mark — delivering balanced flavor and body without overwhelming the palate.
Lunar Harvest Pumpkin Ale – Ghostfish Brewing Co.
A Silver Medal winner in Sip Magazine’s 2021 Best of the Northwest, this Belgian-style gluten free beer brings the flavor. Brewed with pumpkin puree and a classic pie spice blend (think ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon), it’s smooth and gently spiced with a light sweetness. Though it leans toward lower carbonation, it still finishes clean and remains one of the most polished gluten free pumpkin beers we’ve tasted.
Want to see how these stack up against the rest?
Visit our Fluid List of the Best Pumpkin Beers Ranked to see where these brews land — and which ones you should try next. The list is always growing, so check back for the latest sips and surprises.
