Beer Review (59): Harpoon | Flannel Friday Amber Ale

Brewery: Harpoon Brewery Beer: Amber Ale| Beer Advocate Score: 3.82/5 Abv: 5.7%


I'm usually not a huge fan of Amber Ale's - there's something about a caramel and malt in a beer that doesn't appeal to me much. This beer on the other hand was a gentle step into fall, with familiar seasonal flavors, like the aforementioned, but actually tasty this time! Maple syrup, crispy leaves, and a sticky mug of this will get you in the spirit. 

Beer Review (52): Fat Tire Amber Ale by New Belgium Brewing Company

Brewery: New Belgium Brewing Beer: Amber Ale | Beer Advocate Score: 82 Abv: 5.2%

A really nicely balanced beer here.  I typically steer away from Amber/Red ales, but this beer has certainly been a game changer for me.  It pours a rusty orange color and has a smooth nutty, toffee, and bread flavor.  Hey, why not take it to some of your holiday parties this month!?

Speaking of the holidays, stay tuned for some Holiday Gift #RoundUps 

Beer Review (41): Avalanche Ale by Breckenridge Brewery

Brewery: Breckenridge Brewery Beer: Amber Ale | Beer Advocate Score: 75 Abv: 4.4%

Christmas has passed and if you're like me, you're back to the grind.  The holiday was a good way to hit the reset button and get a little rest before the new year.  

My sister got me a nice little mix of beers for Christmas.  Here we have the Breckenridge Avalanche Ale.  Like a typical amber ale it pours a deep brownish red color.  The low alcohol content makes for a nice and easy drink.  The reviews on this guy were a little disappointing, but I actually found it to be quite nice.  Crisp, clean, and a touch of caramel flavor.  Breckenridge is a new brewery to me so there is much more to explore with them.  

I hope you had a nice holiday!  Did you drink anything tasty?