Moerlein, out of Cincinnati, is quickly becoming one of my favorite Ohio breweries. Even though they label themselves as a lager house, I thoroughly enjoy their pale ale and Northern Liberties IPA, as well as their double bock and some of their other lagers. And, if you've been reading this blog, you know we like winter warmers. Sure, it's almost February, but it's snowing outside tonight and feels like we should be in northern Minnesota or the U.P. (that's the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, for those of you not from this region). This seemed a perfect addition to our mixed six-pack.
Christkindl pours a dark amber color with a thick caramel-colored head that takes awhile to dissipate and leaves moderate lacing in the glass. The nose is biscuity and malty. The first sip is also malty and well-balanced with subtle spices. I pick up some nutmeg and possibly ginger, maybe some clove, but none of them overwhelm. It's sweet but not cloying, with some chocolate notes coming out in the middle. This is one of the best-balanced winter warmers I've had. It's also well-rounded in the mouthfeel.
Another solid offering from Moerlein....
3.9/5 caps
-Jennie
As Jennie stated, the pour is a dark amber. The aroma is sheer awesome. The taste is malty, like a good British style winter warmer. Hints of chocolate and spice. Despite it being a moderate 6.95% ABV beer, it lives up to its name by Winter Warmer. Seriously, this cold isn't right, but the beer is. Thank goodness there are great European-influenced beers that are brewed here in Ohio.
4/5 caps
-Nathan-
Yay! This is our 40th post. We promise something special for post number 50.
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