Orangier Orange Cream Ale, $7 for 14 ounces
An ode to summer, Missing Mountain’s ale is topped with milk sugar and made with all-natural orange zest and vanilla beans. It’s as smooth and refreshing as an Orange Creamsicle. 2811 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, 330-338-5000, missingmountain.com
Kernel of Truth, $5.25 for 16 ounces
Try this nontraditional American lager from Akronym Brewing, which uses corn and Lemondrop hops for a sweet and tangy crisp taste that’s perfect for day-drinking on the patio. 58 E. Market St., Akron, 330-620-8274, akronymbrewing.com
Polymer Caramel Espresso Stout, $5 for 13 ounces
Made with caramel and espresso from Akron’s Nervous Dog Coffee Bar, R. Shea Brewing’s stout mirrors your favorite coffee shop’s caramel macchiato. Pro tip: Try it as a nitro brew. 1662 Merriman Road, Akron, 330-794-5654, rsheabrewing.com