 BeerAteHer (384), St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
| 4.1 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 4/5 | 16/20 |
Jul 21, 2005 This is a very substantial, thick bodied Christmas ale. Deep copper color and long lasting deep off-white head. Aroma is truly warming. Flavor is deeply chocolate malty. Especially notable for this alcohol level are: 1) a strong hop level especially on the side of the palate, and 2) a very sharp, vibrant finish. The alcohol itself is perhaps slightly harsh. I am pleased with this offering, one of the best winter beers out there.
Slick (1962), Thief River Falls, Minnesota, USA
| 3.3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 14/20 |
Jun 5, 2005 Nice light brown head that had a decent hang time then faded slowly to leave little behind.The aroma was malty with maybe a hint of fruit and spice in the back ground.The flavor wasn’t as bad as i thought it might be.Nicely malty with a fruity side and just a bit of spice in there to round out things.The alcohol seems to make a decent appearance,not over whelming in any way but decent enough to let you know it’s there.Over all not bad at all and worth another try.
SpudClampDawg (1027), Jasper, Indiana, USA
| 2.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 5/10 | 4/5 | 5/10 | 3/5 | 10/20 |
Mar 31, 2005 Lots of bready malts in the nose as well as leather too - Body is thin and almost has a ’plastic’ aftertaste. Maybe this has taken a turn for the worse already? Not much warmth in the finish either.
Alcoholist (570), Peoria, Illinois, USA
| 3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 5/10 | 3/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 13/20 |
Mar 7, 2005 Dark brown with a frothy beige head. Very malty with alcohol very apparent in the nose. Flavour is sweet, spicy with an acidic, warming finish.
PattyBoy (302), North Liberty, Iowa, USA
| 3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 5/10 | 3/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 13/20 |
Feb 18, 2005 Pours dark brown, maybe a hint of copper. Flavor is sweet malt, with dark fruits(raisins) and a little nuttiness. Finishes with a little spiciness. Not too bad, kind of run of the mill for a xmas ale, the dog does seem to like this one.
Saarlander (1577), Rancho Cucamonga, California, USA
| 2.8 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 5/10 | 3/5 | 5/10 | 3/5 | 12/20 |
Feb 9, 2005 Quite malty and sweet, not a bad ale by any means, but not great, a nice classic Christmas brew, Fuity, balance could be better. thanks Duane for this brew!
atpayne (615), Zionsville, Indiana, USA
| 3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 5/10 | 3/5 | 6/10 | 2/5 | 14/20 |
Feb 7, 2005 Very clear and calm brown with a little red and a fairly standard head. Aroma is malty sweet while also a bit sour and wine like. Seems a little off or dirty though. Creamy feel above a malty base. Sweet malts and a little sourness in the mouth.
incutrav (576), Woodbury, Minnesota, USA
| 3.5 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 4/5 | 11/20 |
Feb 4, 2005 Updated: Jul 13, 2007Hows this for sweet irony? I had this at a bar on xmas night after me and some buddies had enough of the family. Realy tasty dark craft, and i drank more then a few. Judging by the puking i did that night, it explains the 7.4 APV in this. I didnt know that at the time obvioulsy! tasty and strong!
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