Winterbraun seasonal English Brown Ale from Lost Coast Brewery on Tap!

The Independent Bar Tampa keeps several Lost Coast brews cycling on tap, and Fall to Wintertime brings us Winterbraun, Lost Coast Brewry's take on an English Brown Ale. 

6.5% ABV keeps things reasonable, and roasted chocolate and caramel malts give it a rich taste. Czech Saaz Hops contribute to a spiced flavor and aroma.

But how does it taste? Excellent. An easy to drink brown ale, it lacks the cloistering sweetness that some of the higher alcohol content seasonal offerings tend to have, and finishes clean in the mouth, without a strong after taste.

The pour is medium brown, and sits lighter in the mouth than you would expect from this sort of ale, It has a nice light carbonation that pours a small white head, and adds to the taste, and the silky mouth feel. 

A very drinkable English Brown Ale. Available on tap while it lasts at the Independent Bar Tampa.

Awards: Silver Medal 1998 World Beer Championship

Gouden Carolus Noel: on tap at the Independent Bar Tampa

NOW ON TAP at the Independent Tampa, Gouden Carolus Noel, a strong, dark, ruby red Belgian strong ale (10.5% ABV). Brewed in August, the beer rests a few months to reach an optimal balance. Three types of hops and six different herbs and spices define the rich taste of this Christmas beer. It's super World-Class!!!

Just tapped: Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale from Anderson Valley

This fine holiday brew was awarded Gold Medals in 1997 and 1998 by the World Beer Championships, and was named their 1998 World Champion Winter Ale.

From Anderson Valley Brewing Company:

From the first sip of Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale, your senses will be aroused with the vision of a glowing fire, warming the hearth and home, as gently drifting snow flakes silently blanket the trees outside. Each lingering sip will gently warm your soul with thoughts of family and friends, gathering around the table for the feast. Luscious, creamy, smooth, and warming, this medium bodied ale is brewed with Caramel and crystal malts to give it just a hint of sweetness, then paired with our private blend of holiday spice. Winter Solstice Ale is great alone or as an accompaniment to any meal, and it has been known to liven and spice up nearly any social event. This coveted and much sought-after brew is released in November, just in time for the holidays, and by the first of the New Year will be only a fond memory.

As with all of our products, Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale is never sterile filtered nor heat pasteurized, and should be stored in refrigeration. However, to fully enjoy its rich and complex flavor, it should be served between 40° and 45°F.



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Delirium Noel: the Strong Dark Ale of the Holiday Season.

To many devoted to seasonal beers, the holidays from late october to January 1st means a cornucopia of different flavors and tastes of vintage beers of many varieties and scope.

Delirium Noel is a Strong Dark Ale from Brouwerij Huyghe in Belgium.

This ale pours a deep ruby with a small off white head. The Aroma is very fruity with berries and spices, there is also a hint of alcohol to it (10%avb), one that warms and packs a pleasant kick. The flavor is very sweet, and fruity, including apples, oranges, and some grapes. The finish is nice, with a little alcohol warming and a mild bitterness at the end.

A great seasonal Ale that has a signature flavor.

Available in Bottle or currently on Tap as of this posting at the Independent Bar Tampa.

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