winter warmer – Page 4 – Beer Search Party

December 19, 2009August 27, 2018

Kris Kringle – Day 23

cigar city

We brew this English-style Old Ale with American hop varietals to celebrate the idea of a snowy winter landscape, if not so much the reality of it as we experience it here in Florida. Dark copper to amber in color, it has a complex citrus and caramelized toffee aroma with underlying notes of chocolate. The flavor begins with a dark caramel to medium toffee sweetness balanced by a firm citrus dryness and then moves into a forward malt character with hints of chocolate and rye in the finish and a lingering citrus and pine note. It pairs well with spiced ham and ridiculously warm winters. Enjoy one with the air conditioner turned down low.

I have had only one Cigar City beer but it was certainly unique. There is a reason for all the talk about them.

December 18, 2009August 27, 2018

Kris Kringle – Day 22

Odell’s was one of the breweries that I missed at GABF and even though SoCal is less than isolated, this beer sounds just right for the season.

Ever been in a warm, cozy cabin and had a secret desire to get snowed in? To celebrate the winter season, we offer our Isolation Ale – a traditional winter brew made with premium malts imported from England. It’s just one of the reasons Isolation Ale stands alone.
Available October thru December

6.0% Alc. by Vol.
iso-1

December 14, 2009August 27, 2018

Kris Kringle – Day 18

I have had a couple SOB beers now and have come away impressed. So if you are in Ashland or Medford or even Eugene or Portland, pick up a bottle of the winter warmer.

“This year, Anders has created a very tasty, traditional British style winter warmer, utilizing an ale yeast strain instead of our usual house lager strain. Although this is a stylistic departure from our usual creations, you will not be disappointed. With generous amount of Castle Special B malted barley, which lends a hint of dark molasses flavor, and Challenger, Glacier, Newport and US Golding hop additions balancing the robust yet smooth malt profile, Old Humbug II comes in with a 8.2% Alcohol by volume (ABV) which will keep your tummy warm on those cold winter nights that are just around the corner. Limited quantities of this hand crafted gem are available.”