I picked up this brew for two reasons. 1) Its called Holiday Cheer. 2) It advertised that it's brewed with peaches. Glass. Pour. Gary Hoey's "Ho Ho Hoey" in the CD player - Pours a chestnut brown that gives off a red hue when held to light with a mild tan head. The aroma is fruity and sweet. The peach flavor is immediately noticeable. It's very unique for a holiday brew, but them again, fruit has always played a role in Christmas traditions. Shiner Holiday Cheer also has notes of nuts, toffee, and malt. This brew is a bit fizzy, but for the sake of the holidays I'll describe it as sparkling. There is actually a constant fizz from the carbonated bubbles popping on the surface. The finish is a nutty/peach combination of flavors. The peach flavor is mildly constant during the entire enjoyment of this brew, and I really enjoyed the unique and pleasant enhancement it brought to this ale.
This would be a great ale to have on hand for the holidays for guests who enjoy something different or for those who prefer a lighter spirit, rather than the heavier bodied winter lagers and stouts. Overall I enjoyed this Holiday Cheer. Who would have though ale brewed with peaches would be so good.
Holiday Cheers!!!
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