Copper Trail Brewing Company

Lucky Red

Red Ale - Irish

This is not your regular corned beef and cabbage. This brew features a toasty caramel aroma, and a reddish-copper hue. The sweet up front nose and smooth… Read More

This is not your regular corned beef and cabbage. This brew features a toasty caramel aroma, and a reddish-copper hue. The sweet up front nose and smooth semi-dry finish makes this Irish Red highly complex. It offers smoky hints of fire roast, and an indulgence of smooth, bready, and caramel flavors. This is the local Alexandria favorite. Read Less

Midwest Midnight

Stout - Milk / Sweet

The sun has set on this Minnesota specialty brew. We’ve all been there when the clock strikes twelve. Just a slight breeze accompanies the vastness of… Read More

The sun has set on this Minnesota specialty brew. We’ve all been there when the clock strikes twelve. Just a slight breeze accompanies the vastness of the sky above. Stars as far as you can see. The Midwest Midnight is smooth. It is sweet, but not cloying. Berry and Nectar poke through from some insanely awesome hops. The Cacoa Nibs from Ghana give a chocolaty finish that fights with a roasty and slightly astringent dryness for the final flavors. The off
white head is picture perfect. It is everything that a Milk Chocolate Stout should resemble. It is getting late, and you are in the Midwest. Read Less

Nuttin Better

Brown Ale - English

Nutty. No, not your Aunt Edna. No, not that squirrel that keeps coming back. This Nut Brown Ale is packed full of flavors. The depth of the chocolate… Read More

Nutty. No, not your Aunt Edna. No, not that squirrel that keeps coming back. This Nut Brown Ale is packed full of flavors. The depth of the chocolate malt pairs well with the deep red and brown hues that are put off by this brew. And yes, it is nutty. The hops add a slightly spicy backnote and impart some earthy tones as well. Enough to keep you warm in the winter months of Minnesota, but easy enough to keep you going all night next to the summer bonfire! Read Less

Indigo Wheat

Wheat Beer - Other

Blueberry Wheat – This is the perfect brew to keep you warm as fall approaches. The blueberry isn’t overpowering. There is a touch of honey malt that… Read More

Blueberry Wheat – This is the perfect brew to keep you warm as fall approaches. The blueberry isn’t overpowering. There is a touch of honey malt that adds a sweet backnote. The red wheat adds some fun depth to the beer. All the while, you can reminisce to Grandma’s Blueberry Pies cooling on the window sill on a brisk autumn day. Cheers! Read Less

Oletoberfest

Märzen

This Märzen style lager will surely bring you into the spirit of the Oktoberfest season. The warm toasty notes pair with a smooth dry finish. The grain… Read More

This Märzen style lager will surely bring you into the spirit of the Oktoberfest season. The warm toasty notes pair with a smooth dry finish. The grain bill hosts a heavy load of Munich malt, which adds to the medium body and creamy mouthfeel. But brewed in the middle of Viking country, Oletoberfest will have even the most Norweigen shouting “Prost”! Scandinavians can drink beer too, donchyaknow! Read Less

Quantum Leap

Sour - Fruited

Blackberry/Raspberry/Vanilla Bean Sour

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Hazy Mornings

IPA - New England / Hazy

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SmashWerks

Pale Ale - American

A beer brewed with one malt and one hop! A pale ale malt that was malted right in Detroit Lakes, MN was used for this brew. It is a very sweet malt that… Read More

A beer brewed with one malt and one hop! A pale ale malt that was malted right in Detroit Lakes, MN was used for this brew. It is a very sweet malt that brings a large depth of complexity. The hop chosen was a Simcoe hop. We chose it to provide a super refreshing undertone, while also adding a slight bitterness to the back end. At only 50 IBU’s, this beer only has a hint of sharpness, so it is sure to please on the hottest of summer days! Read Less

Caribbean Dream

Stout - Other

Coconut Rum Coffee Blonde Lager / Golden Stout Coconut, Coffee, Berry This brew is a trip! The first and foremost upfront is the straw colored lightness,… Read More

Coconut Rum Coffee Blonde Lager / Golden Stout
Coconut, Coffee, Berry
This brew is a trip! The first and foremost upfront is the straw colored lightness, but don’t let that fool you. After the first sip, flavors of berry and coffee come through both from the hops and from the locally roasted coffee beans used. While a light lager and coffee might seem like an odd combination, the Golden Stout has been a unique style gaining popularity. Since there are no roasted grains in the malt bill, all the harshness of a typical stout are non-existent. The final stop on this trip brings in the coconut flavors! The coffee beans were soaked in Coconut Rum along with a hefty addition of flaked coconut to round out the overall experience! Read Less

Clouded Judgement

IPA - New England / Hazy

The perfect combination of bite and sweet, you also get the pillowy texture that comes with the best hazy IPAs. The hops are not overly bitter, but the… Read More

The perfect combination of bite and sweet, you also get the pillowy texture that comes with the best hazy IPAs. The hops are not overly bitter, but the aroma and flavor are top notch! This hazy comes with all the dank, citrusy, and pineapple undertones you can handle using over 60# of hops. Sit back and kick back with your Clouded Judgement. Read Less

The Runestone

Rye Beer

Rye Beer – When the 8 Goths and 22 Norwegians made the voyage to Minnesota in 1362, you could have been sure they were thirsty. The Runestone Rye is an… Read More

Rye Beer – When the 8 Goths and 22 Norwegians made the voyage to Minnesota in 1362, you could have been sure they were thirsty. The Runestone Rye is an homage to this hotly debated artifact. Much like the Kensington Runestone, it is a little rough around the edges. The Rye adds a peppery undertone which complements its semi-sweet malt bill. This beer is nothing short of a legend. Read Less

Black Betty

Porter - American

Oaked Bourbon Porter - Oh my, there are no words. This beer is complex. This beer has Bourbon. This beer has oak. The American Medium oak brings out some… Read More

Oaked Bourbon Porter - Oh my, there are no words. This beer is complex. This beer has Bourbon. This beer has oak. The American Medium oak brings out some amazing Vanilla character. The Bourbon adds a pleasant depth to the beer. The Porter completes the journey with a sweet, yet semi-dry chocolaty finish. All that can be said is ‘yummy’! Sit back, relax, and warm up with this treat. Read Less

Beach Daze

IPA - New England / Hazy

Mango, Tropical Fruit, Pineapple This is the IPA that screams summer! The Copper Trail Beach Daze will make you feel like you are sitting beach side at… Read More

Mango, Tropical Fruit, Pineapple
This is the IPA that screams summer! The Copper Trail Beach Daze will make you feel like you are sitting beach side at your favorite local hang. This is a hazy beer through and through, but don’t let that fool you. The aromas of tropical fruit and citrus help accentuate some deep flavors of pineapple and mango with the perfect blend of Azacca, Ekuanot, and Citra hops. It is not an overly bitter brew, nor is it a heavy hitter, which makes this the perfect refreshing brew for a hot summer day. Minnesota only has a short window of nice days to enjoy, so make as many of them Beach Daze as you can! Read Less

North Country

Pilsner - Czech / Bohemian

When you need a light, refreshing, crisp beer, what is your go to? Something with mountains on the side, or maybe a can that tells you to shush when it… Read More

When you need a light, refreshing, crisp beer, what is your go to? Something with mountains on the side, or maybe a can that tells you to shush when it opens? Maybe, just maybe, your next new go-to is Copper Trail’s North Country Czech Pilsner! This beer is light. This beer is crisp. This beer is refreshing. Whether you are sitting on the porch, just got done mowing the lawn, or warming up next to the bonfire, this will be your next new favorite brew! Read Less

19th Hole

Scottish Export Ale

Golf. Scotland. Hand in hand. Play 18 holes, what comes next? The 19th Hole! This brew packs a punch and is true to its style. Heavy caramel and earthiness… Read More

Golf. Scotland. Hand in hand. Play 18 holes, what comes next? The 19th Hole! This brew packs a punch and is true to its style. Heavy caramel and earthiness come through but are definitely not overpowering. From the course to your hand, sit back and relax after a long summer day! Read Less

Citra Solstice

Pale Ale - American

Citra Solstice – Citra Pale Ale – This summer special is the king of thirst quenchers in Minnesota’s summer heat. The hops used in this beer do not force… Read More

Citra Solstice – Citra Pale Ale – This summer special is the king of thirst quenchers in Minnesota’s summer heat. The hops used in this beer do not force a bitterness that is commonly found in typical IPAs. The citra hop is in the driver seat of aroma and flavor, contributing tropical and citrus fruit character that is guaranteed to please any crowd, even if it isn’t June 21st! Read Less

Just the Tip

Pale Ale - American

Spruce Tip Pale Ale - Imagine the crisp air of a fresh morning walk through the woods. The dew is still on the trees. The evergreens are swollen with… Read More

Spruce Tip Pale Ale - Imagine the crisp air of a fresh morning walk through the woods. The dew is still on the trees. The evergreens are swollen with new growth. The tips of the spruce trees suddenly appear in your beer - It’s also not suddenly morning any more. This pale ale is mildly bitter, has hints of citrus and fruitiness from the hops, and finishes with a pleasant yet not overpowering dose of spruce and pine. Have fun with this one, it only comes once a year. Read Less

Blonde Lass

Blonde / Golden Ale - Other

This straw colored brew is aimed to please all. It has a creamy texture that highlights a malty backbone with light fruity hop notes. It is not a bland… Read More

This straw colored brew is aimed to please all. It has a creamy texture that highlights a malty backbone with light fruity hop notes. It is not a bland ale, but still an easy drinking beer. Read Less

Belgian Workhorse

Belgian Strong Golden Ale

The Belgian breed of horse is the strongest of all horses. This heavy hitter has some soft aromas and flavors of apples, pears, and oranges. It has a… Read More

The Belgian breed of horse is the strongest of all horses. This heavy hitter has some soft aromas and flavors of apples, pears, and oranges. It has a surprisingly smooth and dry finish. Coriander used in the brewing process gives it a fresh new take on the style, and pairs nicely with its Golden hue. But be careful – at 8.8% you definitely won’t be riding this horse into the sunset! Read Less

Glacier's Edge

IPA - White / Wheat

Glacier’s Edge – White IPA – We are all familiar with Glaciers. They carved the landscape that we call home. This White IPA will carve your beer landscape.… Read More

Glacier’s Edge – White IPA – We are all familiar with Glaciers. They carved the landscape that we call home. This White IPA will carve your beer landscape. The wheat used softens the bitterness bite, and is paired with some insane grapefruit and mango flavors. Finished off with a healthy dry hop charge of Glacier hops, Glacier’s Edge will be the perfect thirst quencher for all seasons of the year! Read Less

Smooth Hoperator

IPA - Imperial / Double

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Cabin Retreat

Smoked Beer

A Hop-forward Cherrywood Smoked specialty Beer - This is a brew that will make you feel like you are sitting next to the bonfire in the back yard of your… Read More

A Hop-forward Cherrywood Smoked specialty Beer - This is a brew that will make you feel like you are sitting next to the bonfire in the back yard of your lake cabin. The calming sound of crickets around you, the snapping of some oak, the grill still warm with Cherrywood from the evening steaks. Take it all in. This is your beer. Read Less

Goodnight Loon

Stout - Other

Dry Chocolate Coffee Stout – Once you’ve heard the call of the Loon on a calm Minnesota night, you’ll never forget it. The same goes for Goodnight Loon.… Read More

Dry Chocolate Coffee Stout – Once you’ve heard the call of the Loon on a calm Minnesota night, you’ll never forget it. The same goes for Goodnight Loon. This coffee stout has a considerable charge of local coffee, roasted by Bryce’s Beans right here in Alexandria. The chocolates and molasses notes from the coffee are up front, with a unique dry finish of chocolate and roast on the back end. You won’t be going to sleep any time soon, but you can still tell the Loon goodnight!
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Nordic Mosaic

Pale Ale - American

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Hopshake

IPA - American

Combining two of our favorite things, the Hopshake IPA leaves nothing left to be desired! Up front you will get a nose of orange, grapefruit, and lemon.… Read More

Combining two of our favorite things, the Hopshake IPA leaves nothing left to be desired! Up front you will get a nose of orange, grapefruit, and lemon. Immediately following the first sip is the ever so thick lactose sugar sweetness that we have all come to love in a good Milkshake IPA. The final zing you get zapped with is a smooth bitterness rounded out by subtle vanilla backnotes. Yeah! Let Hopshake be your new favorite IPA from Copper Trail! Read Less