Big Dogs Balls of Holly Christmas Ale

Brewed by Big Dogs Brewing Co.
Style: Spice/Herb/Vegetable
Las Vegas, Nevada USA

Serve in Lager glass, Tumbler

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Name: Balls of Holly
Date: December 01, 2011
Mode: Draft
Source: Brewpub
Appearance: clear dark red, creamy tan head, lots of drippy lace
Aroma: sweet spiced aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg, caramel sweetness
Flavor: rich malt flavor, rich chocolate with lots of spices, light cinnamon, heavy nutmeg, allspice, drying effect from the spices with just a touch of caramel sweetness
Aroma: 6/10; Appearance: 7/10; Flavor: 6/10; Palate: 7/10; Overall: 12/20
Rating: 3.2/5.0
Drinkability: 7/10
Score: ** /4

Now this has quite an aroma. Sweet and sprucy, this strongly reminds me of the Alaskan Winter Ale in the spruce flavors throughout. Lots going on and quite thick, but nice in a 8 oz. size.