UFO Pumpkin in Westford, MA: where to buy it

UFO Pumpkin is a seasonal pumpkin ale, and CBC Liquors in Westford carries it on its UFO brand page alongside the rest of the line. You can see it on the UFO Pumpkin product page, then pick it up at 142 Littleton Rd or arrange pickup or delivery.

What is UFO Pumpkin?

UFO Pumpkin is a pumpkin-flavored ale from the UFO line, a brand best known for its hefeweizen-style wheat beers. It is built for the fall, when pumpkin and baking spices show up in everything from coffee to pie.

In general, a pumpkin ale pairs a soft, rounded malt base with pumpkin and warm spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. The spice is usually there to suggest a pumpkin pie rather than to overwhelm the beer.

You can look at the full lineup on the UFO brand page, where the store's own best sellers from the brand are shown first and in stock today.

How does a pumpkin wheat ale taste?

Wheat beers are generally lighter in body and smoother on the palate than many amber or brown ales. That makes them a natural base for pumpkin and spice, because the flavors sit on top of a soft beer instead of fighting a heavy one.

Expect gentle sweetness, a bit of baking spice on the nose and a mellow finish. It is a beer for sipping slowly at a table, not a hop-forward one.

If you want to taste how the brand handles a different season, UFO White is the same brand's take on a white ale, and UFO Florida Citrus leans on citrus instead of spice.

What should you serve with it at a holiday or party?

Pumpkin ale suits fall food. Roast turkey, roasted squash, sausages, sharp cheddar and cured meats all work, since the spice picks up the savory, caramelized flavors on the plate.

It also works with dessert. A slice of apple pie, a pumpkin loaf or a plate of ginger cookies goes well next to a pumpkin beer, because the flavors echo each other.

For a Halloween gathering or a Thanksgiving table, one seasonal beer is a nice way to give guests something that feels of the moment next to the wine. Please plan for guests to drink responsibly and have a ride home arranged.

How cold should you serve pumpkin ale?

Serve it cold but not ice-cold. Straight from a very cold fridge, the spice and malt get muted. Letting a bottle or can sit out for a few minutes brings the aroma forward.

A clean glass helps. Pouring a wheat-style beer into a tall glass lets the aroma open up and shows off the color.

If you are bringing it to a party, keep it chilled in a cooler until you arrive, then let it warm slightly before pouring.

How do you get UFO Pumpkin from CBC Liquors?

You can walk in to CBC Liquors at 142 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA 01886. We are open Sunday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

If you would rather not make the trip, we also offer pickup during those same hours, plus delivery and shipping. Delivery hours are Sunday 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM, Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

See the UFO Pumpkin page for what is in stock today, since seasonal beers can come and go.

Do we deliver to towns around Westford?

We serve a number of nearby towns, including Chelmsford, Acton, Littleton, Lowell, Billerica and Tyngsborough. Carlisle, Boxborough and Dunstable are on the list too.

The full list is on our delivery areas page. Check your town there before you order for a party, so you know what to expect.

What else can you pick up for a fall party?

A single beer rarely makes a whole party. Our beer selection covers lagers, IPAs, stouts and more, so you can offer guests a few different styles.

For guests who prefer wine, the wine section has reds, whites and sparkling. For cocktails, bourbon and mixers are a good start for a fall drink.

If you are planning a larger gathering, our party planner page is a good place to start, and kegs has the request page for keg and special orders.