(Golden, CO) – Blue Moon Brewing announced earlier this month the three finalists for its Pick the Next Blue Moon beer promotion. The winning beer, to be early this spring after a series of tastings, will be launched as a fall seasonal on August 31st, the next lunar blue moon.

Here are the three contestants:

Blue Moon Caramel Apple Spiced Ale: A blend of cinnamon and nutmeg combine with roasted caramel malts and fresh apple juice for a warming, spiced taste.

Blue Moon Blackberry Tart Ale: The aroma of rich blackberries sets up the slightly sweet yet tart taste that’s balanced by the subtle malt character.

Blue Moon Dark Chocolate Bacon Porter: This deep mahogany colored ale is brewed with hickory-smoked bacon and dark chocolate for a slightly sweet yet savory taste.

A month of tastings begins this weekend, primarily in Wisconsin, Illinois, Tennessee and Florida. Presumably, an announcement is expected sometime after the final tasting on March 31st.