WBM: Day 9

After a successful brewday, I headed to another favorite family of mine, the Ks, for our once a month Sunday dinner.  While we usually enjoy brews that I have made, this time I came armed with three packs of different winter treats to get their opinions on.  With the usual suspects and a few new friends, here is what quenched our thirst while enjoying stories, including the "Legend of Pooh Xander."

Full Sail Wassail
Only available for 90 days out of the year, Wassail was a pretty smooth winter ale.  Toasty malt without a big bite, it was noted as being able to do the trick.  Drinkable alone or with appetizers, this employee owned brewery knows exactly what will please the masses.

Bison Gingerbread Ale
The aroma of freshly baked gingerbread came out right out of the bottle.  Chewy and warm, this dark hued ale was great alone.  When paired with food, the gingerbread taste seemed to take a backseat.  This organic beer is a must try during the holiday season.

Mike's Hard Winter Blackberry
Beer snobs, take note.  Although I am not one to reach for a malt beverage, this Mike's varietal did not disappoint.  Reminiscent of grape kool-aid in both color and taste, we quickly polished off the entire six pack without even noticing.  The aftermath of purple festive tongues was only a bonus to the pleasant sweet taste left on our palette.

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