Hear the song that inspired the beer.

When King’s Road Brewing Company teams up with Craig Whitaker of Blue Claw County, you know it’s going to taste — and sound — like summer at the Shore. Inspired by Craig’s song “Better Than I Remember,” our new Blue Claw Lemon Lager captures that same easygoing nostalgia: sunshine on your face, salt in the air, and nights that somehow turn out even better than you expected.

Bright, crisp, and finished with a splash of refreshing lemon, Blue Claw Lemon Lager is brewed for long weekends, live music, and raising a can with friends while the band plays on. Just like the song, it’s smooth, memorable, and made for moments you’ll want to relive — because sometimes the second sip really is better than you remember.“

Craig Whitaker Better Than I Remember

A Collaboration Born for the Shore

When Craig Whitaker sat down with the team at King’s Road Brewing Company, the conversation started with one simple question: What does the perfect Shore summer taste like in a can? The answer became Blue Claw Lemon Lager — bright, crisp, and finished with a splash of refreshing lemon. Inspired by the song “Better Than I Remember.” Brewed for long weekends, live music, and raising a can with friends while the band plays on.
Meet Blue Claw Lemon Lager

Introducing Your Year-Round Porch Beer

Blue Claw Lemon Lager

Bright. Crisp. Refreshing. 

Blue Claw Lemon Lager is a light, easy-drinking lager brewed with a splash of natural lemon for a refreshing finish.

It’s the kind of beer made for:

  • Porch nights
  • Beach weekends
  • Backyard concerts
  • And music that plays a little longer than planned

Craig Whitaker

Craig Whitaker is a rising voice in the Blue Claw Country music scene — a sound inspired by life along the Jersey Shore.

His music blends country storytelling with coastal energy, capturing the moments that make summers unforgettable.

Craig’s song “Better Than I Remember” celebrates the kind of nights that start with friends, music, and maybe a Blue Claw beer — and somehow turn out even better than expected.

See Craig Live

Craig Whitaker will be performing live at:
May 15 – Urie’s Waterfront, 5-8 PM
May 16 – Capt’n Jacks, 2-5 PM
May 17 – The Surfing Pig, 12-3 PM
May 22 – The Rook, 5-8 PM
May 23 – Elaine’s, 5-8 PM
May 24 – Crest Tavern, 1-4 PM
June 19 – Keenan’s, 5-6 PM Happy Hour
June 20 – Barefoot Country Music Festival, 1 PM
June 21 – Capt’n Jacks, 10-11:30 AM Kegs n’ Eggs
June 28 – King’s Road, Medford, 3-6 PM
July 26 – King’s Road, Medford, 3-6 PM
Aug 23 – King’s Road, Medford, 3-6 PM

Additional Event

Craig will also perform at the Barefoot Country Music Festival on June 20th. 📍 Wildwood, NJ 🎶 One of the biggest country music festivals on the East Coast.
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