ale

The label says:
5000 years in the making, hand crafted in small batches.
Skull Splitter, takes its name from Thorfinn Hauskaluif – the 7th Viking Earl of Orkney. Sophisticated, satiny smooth with a deceptively light character, it is a tribute to our colorful forebear.
On The Nose, this robust beer has a fruity malt character, with hints of dark fruits, spicy hop, dates and figs.
On The Palate, the sweet toasted malt creates a rich, and complex character of molases, fresh and dried fruits with hints of warming spices.

The label says:
Grimbergen Abbey Ale was first brewed as far back as the early middle ages by Norbertine monks. The recipe for this outstanding abbey ale has been carefully guarded throughout the centuries by the monks of the Abbey of Grimbergen. Their beautiful monastery with it’s phoenix stained glass windows lies just north of Brussels.
The tradition of ale brewing by monks originates from the former role of abbeys as inns for pilgrims.
Grimbergen Double is a rich, dark burgundy ale with a white head. Double has undergone two fermentations, which gives this ale a chocolaty, toffee taste with a brandy- like finish.
To enjoy this abbey ale at its best, drink it from its original chalice glass to keep the rich flavours. Serve between 45F – 55F.

The beer of the day was Sixth Day, a festive brown ale, from Goose Island Beer Co, Chicago Illinois. 8.3 alc/vol. I give it a 4 out of 5.

The label says:
Serve sixth day in a nonic pint glass. Improves in the bottle for up to 1 year.

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When I open this up and saw the cap I first thought I had a duplicate from yesterday, but it was a different brew from the same brewery.

Colette Rustic Farmhouse Ale Refined from Great Divide Brewing Company, Denver, Colorado. 7.3% alc/vol.

Not a great beer, I only had half of it. I could probably have finished it if I had to, but why should I if I don’t like it? 1 out of 5. I like the label, and the brewery seems cool, but this beer is not for me.

The label says:
Colette is our homage to the saisons that Belgian farm workers have enjoyed for centuries. Brewed with barley, wheat and rice and fermented at high temperatures with a special blend of four different yeast strains, Colette is fruity and slightly tart, with a dry finish that makes it that rarest of treats – a beer as refreshing as it is complex.
Suggested food pairings;
Charcuterie plate (country sausage & sauerkraut), foie gras, Indian curry, Camembert cheese.

I’m a little sad we’re already halfway through the beer calendar.

Hullabaloo Winter Beer from Hangar 24 Craft Brewery, Redlands, California. 6.5% alc/vol
I like this beer a lot, it has a bitter aftertaste which really hits the spot, but I feel there is something missing for giving it a 5, it’ll have to be a strong 4 out of 5.

The label says:
Experience a world of hearty flavors and aromas with this special winter beer. This brew starts as a scottish ale featuring European and domestic malts, giving Hullabaloo intriguing caramel and roast nuances. A blend of American and English hops delivers ample bitterness & unique hop profile. This is a big, rich beer with a nice underlying complexity – Toast to the season!
Seasonal.

I’m a little sad we’re already halfway through the beer calendar.

Hullabaloo Winter Beer from Hangar 24 Craft Brewery, Redlands, California. 6.5% alc/vol
I like this beer a lot, it has a bitter aftertaste which really hits the spot, but I feel there is something missing for giving it a 5, it’ll have to be a strong 4 out of 5.

The label says:
Experience a world of hearty flavors and aromas with this special winter beer. This brew starts as a scottish ale featuring European and domestic malts, giving Hullabaloo intriguing caramel and roast nuances. A blend of American and English hops delivers ample bitterness & unique hop profile. This is a big, rich beer with a nice underlying complexity – Toast to the season!
Seasonal.

Check out the Dec 2nd post here.