WBM Day 7: Winter Beer Fest

December 7:  How convenient was it that during my Winter Beer Month Challenge there just happens to be a Winter Beer Fest?  WABL (Washington Beer Lovers) puts on an annual beer fest at Hales Palladium in Seattle.  Filled with high octane winter warmers, brew nerds come from far and wide to imbibe.  Here were my top picks from the night.

Laht Neppur Brewing's Holiday Hefeweizen
This wheat beer was beyond fantastic.  The peach and honey notes reminded me of a cider with just a touch of spice.
Iron Horse Brewery's Cozy Sweater
It's not a surprise that I am loving everything coming out of this Ellensburg brewery.  Roasted chocolate notes and vanilla bean sweetness makes this winter beer a true treat.
Elysian Brewing's The Dread Imperial Stout on cask
This strong imperial stout at 9.6% ABV was mellowed out with the addition of vanilla beans soaked in Buffalo Trace Bourbon.  With each sip, one could enjoy the levels of flavor from the black flaked rye to the bittering Chinook hops. 

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