Nathan's Famous Serves Up Limited-Edition Beer In Partnership With Coney Island Brewery

Coney Island, the Brooklyn neighborhood peninsular and amusement park, has attracted tourists looking for fun in the sand and sun since the mid-19th century. Nathan’s Famous' original flagship location has occupied its Coney Island location since 1916 and is home to the brand’s national hot eating competition.

The hot dog chain recently teamed up with neighbors Coney Island Brewery to create its latest menu item, Nathan's Famous Lager. The new beer is a first for Nathan’s Famous and is described as having a “nose full of bright citrus and floral aromas” and a palate with “a nice cracker malt profile” with “a floral hop flavor.” 

The lager’s label, designed in-house by Coney Island Brewery, features a black background and boardwalk-inspired neon-colored graphics like hot dogs, hamburgers, mugs of frosty beer, and fries. Nods to Nathan’s 106-year Coney Island tenancy and New York also find their way onto the can.

“We are constantly looking to expand our menu for our customers,” said Phil McCann, vice president of marketing for Nathan’s Famous, in a press release. “We are thrilled to collaborate with another Coney Island staple, Coney Island Brewing Company, and know our customers will enjoy this beer alongside our Nathan's Famous fan favorites. There's no better combination than a hot dog and beer, and now you can get them both at Nathan's Famous.”

The beer will be available at select New York Nathan's Famous locations and Coney Island Brewery in 16oz cans sold in four packs and on draft while supplies last. Additionally, for every pint, can, or 4-pack sold, $1 will get donated to the Alliance for Coney Island, an organization whose mission is to advocate and support the growth of small businesses in the community.