CINCINNATI… GET READY FOR THE MOST DELICIOUS WEEKEND OF THE SUMMER

Looking for something fun to do this Friday or Saturday night?

Cincinnati Lager House and SERVATii are teaming up for one of the most unique food and craft beer experiences of the summer: the Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest, happening July 17 and 18 from 6–9 PM at Cincinnati Lager House.

This is not your average tasting event. It is two nights filled with creative pretzel dishes, unique craft beers, live acoustic music, Cincinnati Burger Week specials, and summer energy in the heart of Cincinnati’s riverfront district.

Best of all, the festivities will take place indoors in the air conditioning, making it the perfect escape from the summer heat.

$40 Tasting Tickets Include

For just $40, tasting ticket holders will receive:

🥨 10 unique pretzel samples created in partnership with SERVATii
🍺 10 unique beer samples featuring Cincinnati Lager House beers, exclusive collaborations and special guest breweries
🎶 Live acoustic music both nights

That is right—10 different beers paired with 10 creative sweet and savory pretzel creations specially selected for this event.

Admission Is Free

Not interested in the full tasting experience? No problem.

General admission to the event is free.

Stop in, enjoy dinner, order a drink, listen to live music and experience the festival atmosphere. Guests who want the complete Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest experience can purchase a tasting ticket and enjoy all 10 pretzel samples and 10 beer samples.

Bring your friends, come hungry and stay for the evening.

Featured Bretzel Creations

This year’s pretzel lineup includes:

• Spinach and feta stuffed pretzel
• Pimento cheese stuffed pretzel
• Traditional pretzel with beer cheese
• Chocolate-covered pretzel rods
• Pretzel sugar cookies
• Interactive pretzel chocolate fondue
• Interactive pretzel caramel fondue
• Pretzel bread pudding
• Pretzel crostini with cucumber Benedictine
• Toasted pretzel with Cincinnati chili dip

Guests can expect a mix of traditional Bavarian flavors, Cincinnati-inspired creations, rich desserts and surprising combinations created specifically for the festival.

Featured Beers and Breweries

The beer lineup features selections and collaborations from:

• Cincinnati Lager House Brewery
• Brink Brewing
• Third Eye Brewing
• Narrow Path Brewing
• Additional guest breweries and collaboration partners

Expect crisp lagers, refreshing wheat beers, rich porters, creamy stouts, hop-forward favorites and specialty pours designed to complement the festival’s pretzel creations.

Live Acoustic Music

Each night features a live acoustic performer playing crowd favorites and creating the perfect atmosphere for drinks, dinner and a relaxed summer evening along the riverfront.

Friday, July 17: Deej
Saturday, July 18: Dan VanVechten

Chef Nathan’s Recommended Bretzel and Beer Pairings

Cincinnati Lager House Executive Chef Nathan selected these pairings with the food experience in mind. Each beer was chosen to complement, balance or enhance the flavors of the accompanying pretzel creation.

1. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Pretzel

Beer Pairing: CLH Witbier — Third Eye Collaboration

The beer’s citrus, orange peel and coriander brighten the spinach while complementing the salty feta.

2. Pimento Stuffed Pretzel

Beer Pairing: Brink Furlong Kentucky Common

Toasted malt and a touch of sweetness balance the creamy pimento cheese filling.

3. Pretzel with Beer Cheese

Beer Pairing: CLH Pilsner — Brink Collaboration

The pilsner’s crisp bitterness cuts through the rich beer cheese while keeping the pretzel front and center.

4. Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Rods

Beer Pairing: CLH Hazelnut Baltic Porter

Chocolate, roasted malt and hazelnut notes come together in a rich dessert-style pairing.

5. Pretzel Sugar Cookies

Beer Pairing: Chunkzilla Jam Peanut Butter Porter

Peanut butter, grape and buttery cookie flavors create an elevated PB&J-inspired dessert pairing.

6. Pretzel Chocolate Fondue

Beer Pairing: Brink Moozie Milk Stout

The creamy stout and rich chocolate fondue complement one another with roasted cocoa flavors.

7. Pretzel Caramel Fondue

Beer Pairing: Chunkzilla Jam

Sweet caramel softens and complements the rich peanut butter porter.

8. Pretzel Bread Pudding

Beer Pairing: CLH Hazelnut Baltic Porter

Roasted malt enhances the cinnamon, caramelized sugar and warm bread pudding flavors.

9. Pretzel Crostini with Cucumber Benedictine

Beer Pairing: CLH Raspberry Witbier

Raspberry adds brightness, while the wheat beer keeps the cucumber spread light and refreshing.

10. Toasted Pretzel with Cincinnati Chili Dip

Beer Pairing: Third Eye “Gettin’ Twisted” Pretzel Ale

A pretzel-inspired beer paired with Cincinnati chili creates the ultimate Cincinnati comfort-food combination.

Head Brewer Nick’s Recommended Bretzel and Beer Pairings

Cincinnati Lager House Head Brewer Nick selected his pairings to showcase the brewing character of each beer.

1. CLH Pilsner

Bretzel Pairing: Pretzel with Beer Cheese

The clean bitterness resets the palate after every rich, cheesy bite.

2. CLH Witbier

Bretzel Pairing: Spinach and Feta Stuffed Pretzel

Citrus and spice highlight the herbs and salty feta.

3. CLH Raspberry Witbier

Bretzel Pairing: Pretzel Sugar Cookies

Bright raspberry fruit turns the buttery cookie into a light, refreshing dessert pairing.

4. CLH Hazelnut Baltic Porter

Bretzel Pairing: Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Rods

Rich roasted malt, chocolate and hazelnut flavors are natural companions.

5. Brink Moozie Milk Stout

Bretzel Pairing: Pretzel Chocolate Fondue

Creamy chocolate flavors echo the fondue and create a rich dessert experience.

6. Brink Furlong Kentucky Common

Bretzel Pairing: Pimento Stuffed Pretzel

Toasted grain flavors complement the savory cheese filling.

7. Third Eye “Gettin’ Twisted” Pretzel Ale

Bretzel Pairing: Toasted Pretzel with Cincinnati Chili Dip

A pretzel-inspired beer deserves the most Cincinnati-inspired pretzel bite of the festival.

8. Narrow Path El Sendero with Pink Guava and Peppers

Bretzel Pairing: Pretzel Caramel Fondue

The caramel softens the heat while allowing the tropical guava flavors to shine.

9. Cousins of the Paddle New England IPA

Bretzel Pairing: Pretzel Crostini with Cucumber Benedictine

Juicy New Zealand hops provide a bright contrast to the cool cucumber spread.

10. Chunkzilla Jam Peanut Butter Porter

Bretzel Pairing: Pretzel Bread Pudding

Rich malt, peanut butter and grape flavors create a memorable dessert finish.

It Is Also Cincinnati Burger Week

The Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest takes place during Cincinnati Burger Week, giving guests even more reasons to come hungry.

While you are here, try Cincinnati Lager House’s featured Burger Week creations:

Make It a Full Summer Night OutCold beer. Warm pretzels. Live acoustic music. Burger Week specials. Air conditioning. Riverfront views.Whether you purchase a tasting ticket or simply stop in for dinner, drinks and music, the Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest is the perfect excuse to gather your friends and enjoy a summer night in downtown Cincinnati.

Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest
July 17 and 18
6–9 PM

	The Elote — $8 An all-beef cheeseburger topped with authentic Mexican street corn, Cotija cheese and chipotle aioli.
	The All Shook Up — $9 An Elvis-inspired burger topped with applewood-smoked bacon, caramelized banana and peanut butter sauce for a sweet and savory combination unlike any other burger in Cincinnati.