Was expecting more of the same old type of winter ale, but actually this was refreshingly different. Golden, with a strong cereal presence and a bitter-hop finish mixed with... pepper, maybe? Overall, a European blonde character more than an American malt-hop bomb. Subtle spice, but not of the holiday-bouquet-in-your-face variety. (8 oz schooner)

Here's a christmas style beer I can actually enjoy! Light, strong cereal flavors with mild spices flavors.