Kris Kringle – Day 27

If someone asks, “So, what does a Belgian Christmas ale taste like?” Hand them this…

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“St. Bernardus Christmas Ale is the youngest descendant in the illustrious family of delicious Abbey Ales by Brewery St. Bernardus. This specialty beer of 10% alc. vol. is characterized by its deep dark colour, with a creamy, thick head and a full, almost velvety taste with a fruity nose. It’s a seasonal ale, brewed annually for the holiday season. The long winter nights are perfect moments to savour this ale with or without friends and to enjoy its unique, complex taste and after-taste.”

Leireken Buckwheat

Thanks to the generosity of a great guy with extensive beer knowledge, I get to review a little known and seen Buckwheat beer from Belgium…[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24cEGyeWljQ]

Christmas in May

In my travels this week, I came across a deal to good to pass up. A nice big bottle of St. Bernardus Christmas Ale on sale! $9.99 to be exact. So I snapped it up.
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This doesn’t quite fill the winter warmer category but it does carry an alcohol punch to it. Surprisingly light and malty with a touch of spice to it. Personally, this would go great with turkey and cranberry and stuffing. But make sure to share it will catch up with you.