Stone Beer: Your New Favorite Spring Break 6-Pack

Stone Brewing calls the sunny hill country of Southern California its home—the perfect Spring break destination spot! That vibe carries through their edgy beer designed to elevate the beer experience away from the mainstream, industrialized brands. Founded in 1996, they’re credited with being one of the pioneers of the craft brewing culture in the U.S. Check out the lineup from the stills at Stone Brewing. 

Stone IPA 

The Stone IPA is their best-selling flagship beer that embodies all the iconic flavors of a West Coast IPA. Crack one open and pour a clear, golden sip with tropical, citrus, and pine flavors and a subtle maltiness. Experience the aroma of lemon, fruity cereal, and pine with a medium body and no sweetness. 

Stone Delicious IPA 

If you love IPA, you’ll be happy with the Delicious IPA from Stone Brewing. It’s a cut above the rest with a bright citrus, lemon candy flavor. This brew is uniquely crafted to reduce the amount of gluten in each batch. It’s made from Columbus, Calypso, El Dorado, and Lemondrop hops to heighten the bold, tart, lemony experience and is a stunning Spring sip. 

Stone Delicious Double IPA 

The Delicious Double IPA takes it just one step further. This beer is extra fruity, deeply flavorful, and explosively bright and citrusy—more of all the best in an IPA with less of the bitterness that typically defines many double IPAs. On opening, you get aromas of strawberry shortcake, sweet lemon, and honey with flavors of lemon, candied orange, caramel, red apple, and black licorice. 

Stone Buenaveza Salt & Lime Lager

This is the perfect companion for all of your Spring break adventures. The Buenaveza Salt & Lime Lager is a SoCal native brew made to match the “sunny all the time” lifestyle of the region. Mad with Liberty hops, this lager unleashes an aroma of corn chips dusted with fresh-squeezed lemon and tastes of lime and sweet salt. Enjoy the sharp crispness balanced with a light tartness and dry body. 

Stone Pilsner

Pilsners aren’t native to the U.S. but our European friends shared their traditional recipes and methods. But in true American fashion, Stone Brewing made it better. Pilsners are defined by their crisp taste, golden color, and malty aroma. This Pilsner is “classic, crisp, and crushable,” or so they say. The light gold liquid smells of melon, cracker, floral, and light peach, and tastes of oranges, pears, watermelon, and fresh-baked bread. 

Be “that friend” this Spring break and pick up a 6-pack or two of your new favorite brews. 

From the Vineyard to Your Glass: Explore the Vineyard Brands Lineup

If you’re restocking your wine cellar with a taste of spring, Vineyard Brands winery is where to start. Their varieties bring the wine France loves to the U.S. with all of the classic tasting notes and none of the pretentiousness. In operation for over 45 years, they specialize in affordable, straightforward wines that everyone can enjoy. Choose from one of our favorite varieties!

La Vieille Ferme Sparkling Blanc

The Sparkling Blanc is yellow in color with hints of green and gold and an exquisite effervescence. On the nose, you’ll get a delicate floral note followed by a gentle palate that tastes of peach and a whisper of brioche. It’s described as a “harmonious combination of freshness and balance,” and we couldn’t agree more. Grab a bottle for any occasion!

La Vieille Ferme Sparkling Rosé

With low dryness and high acidity, the La Vieille Ferme Sparkling Rosé offers a delicate peach core with delicious inklings of raspberry and the strong, delightful bubbles you look for in a sparkling rosé. Initial aromas float fresh raspberries and wild strawberries for a hint of bright spring. The pallet is high in citrus, pomelo, and white romantic flowers. Bring this one to your next brunch. 

La Vieille Ferme Rosé

This bottle is immediately appealing, even in the bottle, with the translucent pale-peach pink color that is shiny and iridescent. It starts with fresh and alluring fruity aromas with notes of red fruit, juicy summer peaches, and nectarines—all the aromas you expect from a romantic summer picnic. The pallet is well-balanced and slightly bitter with a fruity, savory finish. No picnic basket is complete without this classic rosé.

If your mouth isn’t watering yet, we recommend starting at the top and working your way back down. Easily stock up on these classics at any Alabama Crown Distributing Co. location and get a springtime taste of France.