Treephiend (57), Walla Walla, Washington, USA
| 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 5/5 | 10/10 | 4/5 | 17/20 |
Oct 24, 2007 Pours a clear rose color with a tan head. The aroma is a malty caramel sweetness with a touch of spice. It tastes incredible. Sweet and spicy, very well balanced. Good medium body. Great beer. I wish I could get it every time of year.
 Feinschmecker (183), Seattle, Washington, USA
| 4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 5/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 16/20 |
Oct 23, 2007 Bottle. Wow what a beer! Sweet spicy and hoppy aroma with a reddish brown appearance - This is what expect from my winter beer. The smooth and sweet malt component has a slightly bitter finish; both elements are in great balance here. I just wish the alcohol was a bit stronger.
beerbobWFM (17), Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
| 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 10/10 | 4/5 | 17/20 |
Oct 22, 2007 2007 version- This is what a winter seasonal should be.....I love what deschutes does....
COLOR- nice dark brick color
AROMA-Holiday spice,camel,hints of hops
FLAVOR-damn this is good.....nice carmel maltyness, hints of coffee,spice, and it had a beautful hoppy finish....A+ in my book....I would find this if you can, one of the seasons best for sure
exadore (92), Sacramento, California, USA
| 4.1 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 4/5 | 8/10 | 4/5 | 18/20 |
Oct 21, 2007 2007 - Rich, dark red in color. Lightly hopped, but not overpowering, with a nutty first impression finished with a hoppy after-taste. Great head for a bottled beer. Strong for the style, and a personal seasonal favorite.
SuzyGreenberg (1324), Seattle, Washington, USA
| 3.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 6/10 | 4/5 | 6/10 | 4/5 | 14/20 |
Oct 19, 2007 draft - dark red with slight white head; caramel and spice aromas; simple and smooth on the mouth
luvcasks (178), USA
| 3.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 6/10 | 5/5 | 6/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Oct 15, 2007 2007 - Version - Fabulous label
pours an oh! so stunning amber with a lovely dense longlasting head
Nose of toast, yeast some caramel and some hop notes
Flavor: Toast, light caramel some nuttiness followed by a good hop bite.
Finish is long spicy and hop forward...
Overall - Definitely something to taste as the beer ages... Yup.. I have put away a few bottles every year... I am always happier in a little while when the hops subside and the malt stands out more Either way you cant go wrong .. worth seeking out
For me this is a sign a long lineup of winter beers await :)
scottmc (167), Lakewood, Colorado, USA
| 3.2 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 3/5 | 12/20 |
Oct 12, 2007 Bottle, 2007. A caramel aroma with a light hoppy taste. A winter warmer ale. It is strong, with a full body.
boFNjackson (1266), Portland, Oregon, USA
| 3.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 5/10 | 4/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 17/20 |
Oct 9, 2007 Updated: Aug 26, 2009------2007-Bottle... Poured a dark amber with a mild beige head. Malt on the nose. Foamy, chewy palate. Had flavors of caramelized nut, chocolate, and a great malt/hop balance. Very satisfying brew.
------2006-Very Dark Amber, nice tan head. Hints of chocalate and almost like a coffee or toffee flavor with initial flavor. Pretty smooth palate. Aftertaste is well in hops. A good seasonal kick.
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