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Sunday, April 14, 2013

116. Bison Organic Gingerbread Ale


If you couldn't tell, Bison Gingerbread is a holiday/Christmas beer, that I'm finally getting around to drinking here in early April.  No special occasion, just wanted to have a beer with my dinner.

The beer poured a very dark brown into a pilsner glass.  Cappuccino colored head, about a finger worth.  Light retention, decent lacing.  Aromas of gingerbread stand out the most, per the name, which is a good thing.  I could also discern some coffee and cinnamon notes.  

The taste is mostly roasted malts, with some spice characteristics added in.  It's a little disappointing that it's not as complex.  No bitter finish.  Light bodied, maybe even a little watery.  Moderate to high carbonation which was actually offputting for this type of beer.  This might qualify as a decent holiday brew, but I've certainly had better.  I wonder if it has anything to do with being organic.  Agree, disagree?  Let me know!

Grade: C-
Price Paid: $2.19 (12 oz bottle)

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