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RATINGS: 285   WEIGHTED AVG: 3.34   SEASONAL: Winter   EST. CALORIES: 177   ABV: 5.9%
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This unique seasonal beer offers the warmth of an old English pub to help ward off the chill of a winter’s night. It has its origins in British neighborhood pubs where villagers would gather to shake off the damp cold of the bitter English winter. They’d share a pint or two of winter warmer ale by the fire, catch up on local gossip, and stay inside, where it was warm. We’ve brewed our version in the tradition of those winter ales, with a robust, full-bodied flavor and a tangy hint of spices.


3.7
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 17/20
phrygian68 (9) - Columbiana, Ohio, USA - DEC 13, 2007 does not count
pours a suprisingly dark color for a winter ale! nice 2 finger head,the lasts a nice while! nice caramel malt aroma! with hint of coffee! reminds me of a light stout both in flavor and taste! very drinkable!

3.1
   AROMA 4/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 13/20
msjacilynn (26) - St Paul, Minnesota, USA - DEC 10, 2007
Tap. Pours a deep copper with tan head. Aroma is roasted malts but nothing overwhelming. (I could’ve been a bit plugged up from being outside.)Taste was decent, creamy, nutty, and finishing with a light coffee taste. Not overly carbonated and excellent lacing throughout. Great way to end a day on the slopes or ice-skating...sitting by a fire and putting up your feet!

3.3
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 13/20
WallyWalrus (205) - Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA - DEC 8, 2007
12oz bottle. Pours a ruby red/mahogany with a modest off-white head and good carbonation. Aroma is spicy and full with roasted malt alongside cloves, woodiness, and a slight sweet tinge of chocolate. Taste is creamy, flat and full with a malty taste of nuts and coffee giving way to a chocolate finish. A solid winter brew even if it’s nothing special.

3.5
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
Elizavyeta (110) - Minnesota, USA - DEC 8, 2007
An airy, frothy head with a dark and somewhat coffee-like appearance has a light and toasty aroma. While the flavor tends a bit on the dry, somewhat flat side, there are undeniable hints of dark chocolate, malt, and oats. Best as a warm-you-up beer alongside a sharp cheddar.

2.3
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 4/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 6/20
RSRIZZO (1634) - Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA - DEC 1, 2007
Had this beer on 9/15/1999. Aroma is a sweet malt scent. Taste starts with a body that is rich with a sweet finish. It’s a bit too sweet for me.

2.8
   AROMA 5/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 2/5   OVERALL 12/20
maltdog (587) - Pueblo, Colorado, USA - NOV 26, 2007
Portlike ruby-brown and glear as glass. Tired head is composed of large bubbles. Gentle caramel, maraschino, and smoke scents. Surprising nutty flavor with cream soda, raisin, and fenugreek. Body is creamy and on the light side of medium, but a little chalky and drab. Zero carbonation. Subdued aftertaste sports roasty coffee-chocolate and seasalt flavors. Not bad, but not that good either.

3.4
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
telefrog (2) - Mason, Ohio, USA - NOV 25, 2007 does not count
Bottle. Looks dark copper with a light brown one-finger head. Aroma is not much to speak of; some malt and spice. Tastes of mild spices and caramel. Finish is unimpressive and not too complex. A decent beer, but I’ll be looking for other selections for my "winter mix".

3.5
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
SavageElvis (134) - Savage, Minnesota, USA - NOV 22, 2007
Pours out a deep amner with a small white head that fades quickly. A nice roasted malt aroma. Taste is of malt, nuts, vanilla and mild spices. Light hop. A very nice medium bodied brew that goes down easy.


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Beer: Summit Winter Ale Rating Avg: 3.34 No. of Ratings: 285
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