The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 1-Yule Tide (2013 Vintage), Heavy Seas Beer (MD)

Written By: Dion on 12/14/2014

Rum, ginger, and spice cake dominate the nose, coming off like a strong rum and coke. On the tongue, cooked apples, caramel malt, and boatloads of rum lead the way. Spicy ginger picks up in the middle with heavy notes of wood and vanilla. Dark fruit sweetness on the finish. Even though this one just reeks of rum, the 9% alcohol content just doesn't seem all that noticeable. One of the more unusual Christmas beers I've ever tried.