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Red Hook Winterhook Winter Ale

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Submitted by lisala on 12/4/09 3:07pm

Red Hook always has interesting seasonal beer offerings. I've written about Red Hook Late Harvest Ale. Their latest is Red Hook Winterhook, their Winter Ale offering. They've been making this ale since 1985, and this year, it's only available from October through December. This one really is a "winter warmer," though something about its hoppy quality (it's brewed with four hop charges, using Cascade, Sterling, Alchemy hops). It's a noticeably hoppy brew; honestly, I can't think of one I've had in the U.S. that's as hoppy, but it also has an underlying "warmth" and sweetness from the malts. Winterhook is 6% ABV, and is made with Pale, Flour-malted Caramel and Light Chocolate malts—you do notice the Caramel and chocolate tones, under the hoppiness. Read more

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Two Brews from Full Sail: Limited 02 and Session

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Submitted by lisala on 5/13/09 3:46pm

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I've already reviewed the previous Full Sail Limited, 01 here. This one is Full Sail Limited 02 is another lager that's been brought back temporarily. It was initially brewed as a seasonal spring ale last year. This is definitely a lager; it's a pale golden amber in color. Slight note of hops in the finish, but mostly I noticed that slightly sweet taste. It's very drinkable, and went remarkably well with a burger. It's made with 2-Row pale malt, wheat malt, caramel malt, Vienna malt, and Stryian Goldings Hops. Alcohol by volume is 6.4%. I've been enjoying this one for over a month, and, as it's a Spring seasonal, I suspect it may be replaced soon. I'd suggest grabbing a six pack while you can. Read more

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