Five Ohio Beers Reviewed for February

Our monthly beer roundup covers a range of styles from the Buckeye State

Feb. 1, 2026 at 6:31am

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This month's beer review focuses on five brews from four different Ohio breweries, including a blonde ale, a double IPA, a pale ale, an amber ale with a spicy kick, and a hazy IPA. The beers showcase the diversity of the state's craft beer scene.

Why it matters

Ohio has a thriving craft beer industry, with over 400 breweries statewide. This review highlights some of the standout offerings from the Buckeye State, giving readers a taste of the quality and variety of beers being produced locally.

The details

The five beers reviewed include: Twin Oast Brewing's Blonde Ale, Columbus Brewing Co.'s Cryo Cold Budded Double IPA and Original Pale Ale, Heart State Brewing's Hot Honey Strings Amber Ale, and MadTree Brewing's Seeing Colors Hazy IPA. The beers range in style from light and refreshing to bold and hoppy, showcasing the breadth of Ohio's craft beer scene.

  • The beers were reviewed in February 2026.

The players

Twin Oast Brewing

A craft brewery located in Port Clinton, Ohio.

Columbus Brewing Co.

A craft brewery based in Columbus, Ohio.

Heart State Brewing

A craft brewery located near Columbus, Ohio.

MadTree Brewing

A craft brewery based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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What’s next

The article also includes a roundup of 12 additional pieces of brewery news from across Ohio and the region.

The takeaway

This review showcases the diverse range of craft beer styles being produced in Ohio, from light and refreshing to bold and hoppy. It highlights the state's thriving beer scene and the quality of the local breweries.