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Time to head back to colder climes and a traditional Old Winter Ale from Fuller’s…
“As the days become shorter and the temperature drops, this beer is a perfect accompaniment with its malt, cookie and liquorice aroma and nutty, biscuity flavours.”
It would be gross negligence to not include The Bruery in a holiday beer round-up. So let’s get out the brandy barrels for some frost…
Back in my holiday neck of the woods at Glendale’s Paperback Brewing for a bitter Winter IPA.
A Citra, Mosaic and El Dorado hopped ale.
Our beer advent stop today is at Empyrean Brewing for some knowledge.
“Crafted for those who love a smooth, nutty brew—Winter Wisdom Hazelnut Brown Ale combines toasted hazelnuts and rich malt with just the right touch of sweetness. A perfect winter sipper.”
Time to hunker down with a cozy stout named Wintering from Kings & Daughters Brewery in Portland, Oregon.
“Unique and special enough for a holiday evening, classic enough for an every-night at home, this smooth stout hints at coffee and chocolate, with a touch of vanilla.”
California here we return to and Moonlight Brewing for a wet hop winter ale, Tipple.
“A rich and toasty dark ale aged on our Homegrown wet hops for an amazingly complex, cool weather warmer.”
Vocation Brewing brings us a Last Christmas beer for the festive season…
“Last Christmas, we gave you Whamageddon, this year it’s back! The festive favourite DDH IPA is back for the 3rd year running, and for good reason! Bursting with tropical fruit balanced with a smooth bitterness and earthy pine finish…”
On to Italy for some winter malt liquor from Birrificio Italiano, Yule.
“Yule is everyone’s favorite Christmas beer: whether you’re a holidays enthusiast or the Grinch, it will embrace you with warmth and a carol of spices; culminating in a surprisingly intense bitterness.”
Coming even closer to me is Frogtown Brewery and their Christmas is Cancelled.
It is a winter ale in a retro Palm Springs vibe label with notes of spice, caramel and nuttiness.
Let’s get back within my driving radius with holiday beers from SoCal for a couple days. First is the Winter Ale from Smog City Brewing.
“A bold blend of fall-inspired flavors awaits: juniper and pine top notes, sweet caramel and toffee aromas, and a bright, citrusy spruce finish.
Crafted with hand-crushed juniper berries, spruce tips, and a complex layer of crystal malts, this winter warmer is perfect for cozy fireside sips or pairing with your holiday feasts!”