Small Ball Pilot Series
Broken Bat’s Small Ball Pilot Series takes its name from the style of baseball that wins games one base at a time, and the beers follow the same idea: small, intentional moves that add up to something big. Brewed in limited batches on the pilot system, each release gives the brewery a chance to try something new without swinging for the fences, letting fans experience fresh ideas before they’re gone.
The lineup has ranged from Festbier, Dark Lager, and Fresh Hop IPA to more playful experiments like Nitro Creamsicle Ale, Rauchbier, and Nitro S’mores Stout. These beers lean on fresh ingredients, seasonal inspiration, and creative twists that keep the taproom offerings constantly shifting.
Mixed four-packs show up when they’re available, but they disappear fast. With new concepts always brewing behind the scenes, the Small Ball series has become a fan favorite for anyone who appreciates baseball’s simple strategy and beer that rewards paying attention.
ABV – varies
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