Tonights brew up for discussion is Samuel Adams Winter Lager. Samuel Adams is the signature brand of the Boston Beer Company. While Boston Lager is their staple beer, they offer an impressive 30 + styles of craft brews. Founded in 1984, Samuel Adams' continued success has help the Boston Beer Company become the largest American owned beer company in the United States. Winter Lager is advertised as a "dark wheat bock brewed with winter spices." Hey Frosty, bring me a frosty mug.
This Lager has a handsome ruby color beneath a thin off white head. The aroma is strong with scents of oranges, ginger, cinnamon, and bread dough. (Bread Dough? I know it sounds strange, but its actually a pleasant aroma) This brew has a nice carbonated element that creates a lively bite, complimenting a medium velvety body. The flavor notes of this lager are a blend of toasted malts, fruit, and a hint of caramel. The star on this Christmas tree are the festive spice flavors. There are notes of cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon. In fact, the majority of the holiday spice rack seems to be represented, and this adds to the celebratory nature of this lager. The orange notes are very apparent in the bright snappy finish. As mentioned, this brew is lively, but it isn't in an overwhelming nature. It really does add a nice kick to this lager. Overall I enjoyed the warming effects and festive spices of this seasonal brew.
Pairings/ Recommendations
Spent a few hours shoveling snow off the driveway? Got a chill in your feet and bones on a cold winters day? Then crack open a bottle of Samuel Adams Winter Lager and relax. I'd recommend pairing this lager with some cinnamon almonds and a pair of thermal socks.
Cheers!!!
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