Hibernation Ale
Appearance: The color is a deep amber red. Similar to the color of a well-aged bourbon, only much darker. Fluffy, cream-colored head formed after a moderately hard pour. Smell: Pine aroma from the hops, balanced with some astringent grain notes in the background. Taste: Velvety, rich sweetness coats the mouth with subtle hints of caramel and butterscotch. The flavor becomes a little more nutty just before a big dose of hops hit the tastebuds. The hops are assertively herbal, yet somehow they don't clash with the sweeter flavors in the beer. Balanced, reasonably complex, and quite tasty. Verdict: One of the better seasonal winter ales around. Satisfying.