Merry Christmas
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 30 – Jubelale from Deschutes
One of the great little surprises of the holiday season is the unveiling of the label art for Deschutes Brewery’s Jubelale. Granted, it comes way too early for my taste but that hardly dents the long running tradition.
“Cozy up fireside with this festive winter ale full of spice notes and a robust malt character of toffee and dusted cocoa.”
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 29 – Layered Up from Victory Brewing
Almost to the advent finish line but the days are getting colder and you may need to be layered or at least Layered Up in a Winter Stout from Victory Brewing.
“Get cozy this Winter with the complex layers of our newest release, Layered Up. This smooth-bodied stout starts with a roasty richness and a hint of dark, unsweetened chocolate followed by notes of biscuit. This curious blend will have you ready to embrace the cold this season.”
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 28 – Smoke Wagon Christmas Limited Edition Bourbon
I needed to add a bourbon to the season and have headed for the popular Smoke Wagon and their special Christmas edition….
“Embrace the holiday spirit with the Smoke Wagon Bourbon Christmas Limited Edition 2023, a special release that captures the essence of the festive season. This limited edition from the renowned distillery is a holiday delight for bourbon enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of grains and botanicals that result in a smooth, full-bodied flavor profile.”
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 27 – Snow Report from Allagash Brewing
We head to Maine for a weather update in the form of a Snow Report from Allagash Brewing. One of the few saisons for winter.
“The forecast is calling for an accumulation of festive beers in your fridge. Snow Report is our celebratory saison brewed with local wildflower honey. In it, you’ll find balanced notes of melon, green apple, and a touch of honey.”
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 26 – Folkvanger from Little Beast
More Oregon beer but this time with a Kveik yeast, the brewery is Little Beast Brewing and dark ales are great this time of year.
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 25 – Operation Secret Santa from Ethereal Brewing
Secret Santa is often a recipe for Christmas disaster. But it would be so much better if the secret was holiday craft beers like this one from Ethereal Brewing…
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 24 – Cold Paradice from Absolution Brewing
Back to my neck of the SoCal woods with a new cold IPA from Absolution Brewing.
“Light bodied and crisp. Mosaic, Strata and Nelson Sauvin. Notes of blueberry patch, juicy berry, white wine and a touch of dank on the end. Refreshing and super yummy!”
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 23 – Rink from Trillium
Not the correct weather here in Los Angeles to ice skate but a good substitute would be a Trillium Brewing beer, Rink IPA.
“Glowing orange in color, with a soft, moderate haze, we’re immediately offered a synthesis of tropical notes. Upfront aromas of bright pineapple and ripe papaya transition to candied peach rings and dried apricot as the beer makes its way across the palate. The mouthfeel is what you’ve come to expect from a Trillium IPA, medium-bodied, plush, and well-rounded. Finishing dry with a gentle piney bitterness, we’re excited to share a rink-side pour with you while it lasts.”
Holiday Season 2023 – Day 22 – Little Log Cabins from Fracture Brewing
One of my favorite new breweries in Portland is Fracture Brewing and I would love to fly back and try their winter ale, Little Log Cabins…
“Bold Ruby Red Grapefruit and PNW pine aromatics come off the glass from the initial pour. Honeydew candy and juicy grapefruit dominate the palate with notes of sweet pine sap. Our updated rendition of this classic style is brewed in collaboration with our friends at Stormbreaker Brewing.”