First off, huge thanks to Mark from Livingston County for calling the Buffalo Beer League Hotline and shouting out a lager from Fifth Frame Brewing as the best beer he drank this week! We love hearing from listeners, so keep those calls coming—(716) 486-BEER.

In this episode of The Best Beer I Drank This Week, Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League spotlights Patio Freak, a crushable hazy pale ale from Thin Man Brewery and Other Half Brewing. Clocking in at just 5.2% ABV, this one’s lighter than your typical Other Half IPA—and that's exactly what makes it shine.

Originally sampled at the 2025 NYS Craft Beer Festival at Canalside, Patio Freak quickly became one of Brian’s festival highlights. With soft citrus notes, a creamy body, and an easy-drinking finish, it’s the kind of beer you want in your fridge all summer long.

🍺 Featured Beer:

Patio Freak – Thin Man x Other Half

• Hazy Pale Ale | 5.2% ABV
• Hopped with Mosaic, Cashmere & Citra
• Tasting notes: Lemon-lime soda, tangerine, orange, and a hint of fruity candy
• Soft, creamy mouthfeel with a smooth, lightly resinous finish
• Available in cans and draft (check availability at Other Half Buffalo)

Episode Highlights:

• Why Patio Freak’s 5.2% ABV is a breath of fresh air
• Brian reflects on tasting it at the NYS Craft Brewers Festival
• Comparison to Thin Man’s Super Freak (could this be a spinoff?)
• Hopes for more sessionable releases from Other Half
• What makes this beer perfect for warm weather sipping

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Big thanks again to Mark from Livingston County!

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