{"title":"Point","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"point-special-lager-6pk","title":"Point Special Lager 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Special Lager 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic American-style lager at 4.8% ABV, sold in a six-pack of 12 oz bottles from one of Wisconsin's oldest breweries. This flagship brew from Stevens Point Brewery earned a Gold Medal at the 2003 Great American Beer Festival in the premium lager category, cementing its reputation as a benchmark Midwest lager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 4.8%  |  Origin: Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA  |  Style: Classic American Lager  |  Brewery: Stevens Point Brewery (Est. 1857)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStevens Point Brewery has been producing beer in central Wisconsin since 1857, making it one of the state's longest-operating breweries. Point Special Lager draws on German brewing heritage, using a grain bill of both two-row and six-row barley paired with Yakima Valley hops from Washington State. The result is a well-balanced, full-bodied American lager that reflects European pilsner traditions filtered through more than 160 years of Wisconsin brewing know-how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light hay and grain lead the nose, followed by a pleasant hop aroma. A subtle sweetness rounds out the bouquet without dominating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is clean with mild malt sweetness, transitioning at mid-palate into light corn and cereal grain character. A hint of fruitiness emerges before the hop bitterness gently asserts itself to balance the malt backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp and moderate in length, with lingering light corn and a dry, refreshing close. The mouthfeel stays light and easy without feeling thin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Point Special\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoint Special is best served cold at 38–42°F in a standard pint glass or pilsner glass, where its clear yellow-gold color and dense white head can be appreciated. A \u003cstrong\u003eShandy\u003c\/strong\u003e works well here — the lager's mild sweetness pairs naturally with fresh lemonade. It also holds up in a \u003cstrong\u003eMichelada\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the clean malt profile complements lime, hot sauce, and tomato juice without clashing. For a simple summer option, a \u003cstrong\u003eRadler\u003c\/strong\u003e with grapefruit soda highlights the beer's light, balanced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard cookouts and summer grilling sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to craft-adjacent regional American lagers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocking a cooler for tailgating or fishing trips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with Midwest comfort food like brats and cheese curds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Point Special taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Point Special delivers mild malt sweetness with light corn and grain character, balanced by moderate hop bitterness and a clean, crisp finish. It drinks smooth and easy at 4.8% ABV with a pleasant hop aroma on the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Point Special compare to Leinenkugel's Original?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are heritage Wisconsin lagers, but Point Special leans into a slightly more full-bodied malt profile with noticeable hop aroma from its Yakima hops, while Leinenkugel's Original tends toward a lighter, more neutral character. Point Special also has a longer continuous brewing history, with the Stevens Point Brewery operating since 1857.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Point Special good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its balanced malt-to-hop ratio and smooth, moderate body make it a satisfying standalone lager that does not require food or mixers to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Point Special made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Point Special Lager is brewed at the Stevens Point Brewery in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, a facility that has been in continuous operation since 1857. The brewery sits in central Wisconsin, a region with deep German-American brewing roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Point Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e Bratwurst and mustard complement the malt sweetness; Wisconsin cheese curds echo the creamy mouthfeel; grilled chicken benefits from the beer's hop-driven crispness; fish fry — a Friday night tradition in Wisconsin — matches the lager's clean finish; and soft pretzels with beer cheese mirror the grain-forward character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Point Special come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Point Special Lager is commonly available in six-packs of 12 oz bottles, and has also been sold in 12-packs, 24-packs, and 30-packs depending on market availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Point Special worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Point Special positions as a value-tier to mid-tier regional lager, and its GABF Gold Medal pedigree and 160-plus years of brewing heritage make it a strong choice among American lagers at its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Point Special?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew American lagers can claim an unbroken production history stretching back to 1857 and a Gold Medal from the Great American Beer Festival to match. Point Special's use of both two-row and six-row barley creates a grain complexity uncommon in the category, while Yakima hops provide genuine hop aroma rather than the anonymous bitterness found in many mass-market lagers. Additional accolades — including gold at the 2015 Los Angeles International Beer Competition and silver medals at both the U.S. Open Beer Competition and World Beer Championships — confirm this is a regional lager that competes well above its weight class. For drinkers who want an honest, well-made American lager rooted in German tradition, Point Special remains one of the Midwest's most reliable standards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Point","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838285246633,"sku":"5819","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/point.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}