Anderson Valley Brewing Company- Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale: Don’t judge a beer by its cover!
Friday, December 25, 2009 at 9:29AM | by Wes 
Anderson Valley Brewing Company’s Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale may have one of the lamest bottles in the world, but it’s what is inside that counts. The bottle’s artwork looks like one of those collectors’ plates you buy for $19.95 at 3 a.m. because you can’t live without a sweeping landscape of Alaska on your wall. But once you get past the “Moose-bear” and all the gold foil there is actually an amazing beer inside. We can’t knock this brewery too much, since they are a solar powered brewery and we support their ecological vision.
This beer is described as, “From the first sip of Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale, your senses will be aroused with the vision of a glowing fire, warming the hearth and home, as gently drifting snow flakes silently blanket the trees outside. Each lingering sip will gently warm your soul with thoughts of family and friends, gathering around the table for the feast. Luscious, creamy, smooth, and warming, this medium bodied ale is brewed with Caramel and crystal malts to give it just a hint of sweetness, then paired with our private blend of holiday spice. Winter Solstice Ale is great alone or as an accompaniment to any meal, and it has been known to liven and spice up nearly any social event. This coveted and much sought-after brew is released in November, just in time for the holidays, and by the first of the New Year will be only a fond memory.”
Once you actually get past the label this amber colored ale will give you everything you want in a winter seasonal. If you like Fat Tire this might be your new favorite beer. This beer is a better version of Fat Tire in everyway, lighter, crisper and more refreshing plus a much higher ABV. The taste stays on your palette just long enough to make you want to keep coming back. Since this is a seasonal, you better hunt it down while you have a chance. Just hide your car keys from yourself before you crack open one of these bad boys.
ABV: 6.9%
Consumed: New Belgium Globe Glass
Verdict: Buy A Case
