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7.9/10
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Appearance 7
Aroma 7.5
Flavor 8
Texture 9
Overall 8
12 oz. bottle
8.6% ABV
Best by: 10/09/26
$11.09 (on sale) 4-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Sweet, with strong scents of caramel and butterscotch. I also get a very slight hint of bubblegum at the end. It is a very delicious smelling beer!
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear medium-amber with a 2-finger, tight-froth, white head that dissipates slowly with moderate lacing. It looks very inviting in my clear glass!
TASTE: Sweet, with big flavors of caramel, butterscotch and vanilla. I do get a bit of the nut flavor on the back-end, but you really have to "wait" for it. I do wish the nut flavor was more pronounced. But to be fair, chestnuts don't have a whole lot of flavor, on their own, to begin with.
Yes, the beer is sweet, but I find it to be at a tolerable level. Meaning, I can drink an entire beer without my palate becoming fatigued. However, I'm not sure I would want to drink 2 of these, in a row.
MOUTHFEEL: Full-bodied with a smooth, silky texture. Carbonation is a bit below average. The finish is long and smooth. This a very luxurious feeling beer with a body that is deceptively thick.
OVERALL: I'm kinda diggin' this beer. I find the aroma, flavor, and body to be very alluring, and its style fits nicely with the holidays. There are a lot of seasonal beers that I've tried that I think to myself, "why don't they make this year-round?". This is not one of those beers as it, definitely, would not be as enjoyable at any other time of the year. Mostly, because of the sweetness factor. However, as a "holiday" beer, I find it quite enjoyable and would gladly buy it next year, if it is available.
8.6% ABV
Best by: 10/09/26
$11.09 (on sale) 4-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Sweet, with strong scents of caramel and butterscotch. I also get a very slight hint of bubblegum at the end. It is a very delicious smelling beer!
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear medium-amber with a 2-finger, tight-froth, white head that dissipates slowly with moderate lacing. It looks very inviting in my clear glass!
TASTE: Sweet, with big flavors of caramel, butterscotch and vanilla. I do get a bit of the nut flavor on the back-end, but you really have to "wait" for it. I do wish the nut flavor was more pronounced. But to be fair, chestnuts don't have a whole lot of flavor, on their own, to begin with.
Yes, the beer is sweet, but I find it to be at a tolerable level. Meaning, I can drink an entire beer without my palate becoming fatigued. However, I'm not sure I would want to drink 2 of these, in a row.
MOUTHFEEL: Full-bodied with a smooth, silky texture. Carbonation is a bit below average. The finish is long and smooth. This a very luxurious feeling beer with a body that is deceptively thick.
OVERALL: I'm kinda diggin' this beer. I find the aroma, flavor, and body to be very alluring, and its style fits nicely with the holidays. There are a lot of seasonal beers that I've tried that I think to myself, "why don't they make this year-round?". This is not one of those beers as it, definitely, would not be as enjoyable at any other time of the year. Mostly, because of the sweetness factor. However, as a "holiday" beer, I find it quite enjoyable and would gladly buy it next year, if it is available.
Tried
from Bottle
from
Publix - Winter Springs Town Center
on 30 Nov 2025
at 18:00
6.3/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 5.5
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 6.5
12 oz. bottle
6.0% ABV
Best by: 31JAN27
$12.99 4-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Initially there is a mild sweetness with mild scents of caramel, biscuit, and malt. But then, at the end, a very small amount of musty sourness (e.g. old gym socks) wafts in. Mind you, it's not overwhelming, but I do find it a bit off-putting. I bought a 4-pack so when I have my next one, I'll see if the mustiness is still there, or if I maybe just got an "off" bottle.
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear medium-amber with a 1-finger, tight-froth, light-tan, head that dissipates very quickly with minimal lacing. It looks fine in my clear glass but the head really should last much longer.
TASTE: Mildly sweet with mild flavors of malt and caramel. The finish has a mild amount of bitterness, which I find to be appropriate. As the beer warms, the sweetness level increases a bit and the caramel flavor comes through a touch more.
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a somewhat smooth texture. Carbonation seems average. The finish is medium dry.
OVERALL: Well, this is another beer that I probably won't purchase again. While it has a nice enough flavor, there is nothing that I find unique or interesting. On top of that, I found the aroma to be a little wonky. I'm not sure why I've had such a string of buying "ho-hum" beers lately. Either I'm just bad at picking new beers to try, or I've become jaded and am now a beer snob. At any rate, I did enjoy trying this beer, even if it didn't win me over.
6.0% ABV
Best by: 31JAN27
$12.99 4-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Initially there is a mild sweetness with mild scents of caramel, biscuit, and malt. But then, at the end, a very small amount of musty sourness (e.g. old gym socks) wafts in. Mind you, it's not overwhelming, but I do find it a bit off-putting. I bought a 4-pack so when I have my next one, I'll see if the mustiness is still there, or if I maybe just got an "off" bottle.
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear medium-amber with a 1-finger, tight-froth, light-tan, head that dissipates very quickly with minimal lacing. It looks fine in my clear glass but the head really should last much longer.
TASTE: Mildly sweet with mild flavors of malt and caramel. The finish has a mild amount of bitterness, which I find to be appropriate. As the beer warms, the sweetness level increases a bit and the caramel flavor comes through a touch more.
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a somewhat smooth texture. Carbonation seems average. The finish is medium dry.
OVERALL: Well, this is another beer that I probably won't purchase again. While it has a nice enough flavor, there is nothing that I find unique or interesting. On top of that, I found the aroma to be a little wonky. I'm not sure why I've had such a string of buying "ho-hum" beers lately. Either I'm just bad at picking new beers to try, or I've become jaded and am now a beer snob. At any rate, I did enjoy trying this beer, even if it didn't win me over.
Tried
from Bottle
from
Publix - Winter Springs Town Center
on 20 Nov 2025
at 19:51
ironprog
updated a beer:
Old Man Winter Ale
brewed by Southern Tier Brewing Company
10 months ago
6.5/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 6.5
Flavor 6
Texture 6
Overall 6.5
12 oz. can
7.5% ABV
Best by: 03/28/26
$10.99 6-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Mildly sweet with moderate scents of malt, bread, and caramel. It's a nice aroma that does its job of inviting you in.
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear medium-amber with a 3-finger, loose-froth, white, head that dissipates fairly slowly with excellent lacing. It looks very inviting in my clear glass!
TASTE: Mildly sweet with mild flavors of malt and caramel. The finish has a touch of sourness, which I find a little off-putting. I would much prefer bitterness to sourness. But I'm sure there are plenty of other imbibers who would appreciate the sour. At any rate, it's not very pronounced, so it's not a deal-breaker for me.
MOUTHFEEL: This is one of those odd beers for me. The "weight" of it tells me it's medium-bodied, but as it rolls over my tongue I get a very watery sensation that makes me want to say that it's thin-bodied. For now, I'll stick with saying that it's medium-bodied. Carbonation seems about average. The finish is mildly dry.
OVERALL: The appearance is outstanding and the aroma is nice. However, the mouthfeel and taste are somewhat lacking. For those reasons, I would probably not buy this again. But I'm also not unhappy that I bought a six-pack, as they go down pretty easy and, for the most part, don't offend. They just aren't very exciting, nor do I find anything "seasonal" about the flavors.
7.5% ABV
Best by: 03/28/26
$10.99 6-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Mildly sweet with moderate scents of malt, bread, and caramel. It's a nice aroma that does its job of inviting you in.
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear medium-amber with a 3-finger, loose-froth, white, head that dissipates fairly slowly with excellent lacing. It looks very inviting in my clear glass!
TASTE: Mildly sweet with mild flavors of malt and caramel. The finish has a touch of sourness, which I find a little off-putting. I would much prefer bitterness to sourness. But I'm sure there are plenty of other imbibers who would appreciate the sour. At any rate, it's not very pronounced, so it's not a deal-breaker for me.
MOUTHFEEL: This is one of those odd beers for me. The "weight" of it tells me it's medium-bodied, but as it rolls over my tongue I get a very watery sensation that makes me want to say that it's thin-bodied. For now, I'll stick with saying that it's medium-bodied. Carbonation seems about average. The finish is mildly dry.
OVERALL: The appearance is outstanding and the aroma is nice. However, the mouthfeel and taste are somewhat lacking. For those reasons, I would probably not buy this again. But I'm also not unhappy that I bought a six-pack, as they go down pretty easy and, for the most part, don't offend. They just aren't very exciting, nor do I find anything "seasonal" about the flavors.
Tried
from Can
from
Publix - Winter Springs Town Center
on 19 Nov 2025
at 19:31
ironprog
has a new country beer tick achievement
Level 3 for Belgium ticks with a total of 15 from this country.
Pax Pils from Brouwerij Cornelissen was the one that did it!
10 months ago
Level 3 for Belgium ticks with a total of 15 from this country.
Pax Pils from Brouwerij Cornelissen was the one that did it!
10 months ago
6.1/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 5.5
Flavor 6.5
Texture 6
Overall 6.5
11.2 oz. (330 ml) bottle
5.0% ABV
Best before: 28/04/24
$13.99 4-pk @ Winter Springs Liquor
AROMA: Mildly sweet with mild scents of malt and bread. As the beer warms, I get ever-so-faint hints of green apple.
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear light-gold with a (barely) 1-finger, tight-froth, off-white, head that dissipates fairly quickly with decent lacing. It looks fine in my clear glass but the head needs to last much longer.
TASTE: Mildly sweet with mild flavors of malt and caramel. The finish has a touch of bitterness and mineral "tang".
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a somewhat "grabby" texture. Carbonation seems slightly above-average. The finish is medium dry.
OVERALL: I can't say that I am bowled over by this beer. It has very simple flavors, aromas, and texture. Yet, somehow, I find myself enjoying it.
I don't know if I would ever buy this again, but only because I have a lot of other beers on my "try it" list. However, I would gladly drink another if I was ever offered one.
5.0% ABV
Best before: 28/04/24
$13.99 4-pk @ Winter Springs Liquor
AROMA: Mildly sweet with mild scents of malt and bread. As the beer warms, I get ever-so-faint hints of green apple.
APPEARANCE: Pours a clear light-gold with a (barely) 1-finger, tight-froth, off-white, head that dissipates fairly quickly with decent lacing. It looks fine in my clear glass but the head needs to last much longer.
TASTE: Mildly sweet with mild flavors of malt and caramel. The finish has a touch of bitterness and mineral "tang".
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a somewhat "grabby" texture. Carbonation seems slightly above-average. The finish is medium dry.
OVERALL: I can't say that I am bowled over by this beer. It has very simple flavors, aromas, and texture. Yet, somehow, I find myself enjoying it.
I don't know if I would ever buy this again, but only because I have a lot of other beers on my "try it" list. However, I would gladly drink another if I was ever offered one.
Tried
from Bottle
at
Winter Springs Liquors
on 09 Nov 2025
at 18:05
ironprog
has a new beer style achievement
Level 1 for Amber / Red Ale ticks with a total of 5 ticks of this master style.
Dragon's Milk Crimson Keep from New Holland Brewing Company was the one that did it!
11 months ago
Level 1 for Amber / Red Ale ticks with a total of 5 ticks of this master style.
Dragon's Milk Crimson Keep from New Holland Brewing Company was the one that did it!
11 months ago
6.1/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 6
Flavor 6
Texture 6
Overall 6.5
12 oz. bottle
11.0% ABV
Bottled: 03/25/25
$15.99 4-pk @ Publix - Got as a BOGO
AROMA: Mildly sweet with mild scents of malt, plum, toffee, and "booze". Honestly, I'm kinda surprised at how mild the aroma is. I was really expecting something a little more bold, in the olfactory department.
Okay, as the beer warms, I am getting more olfactory stimulation. Unfortunately, the majority of that boost is just for the "booze" scent. Although, I do get a bit more plum than when it was colder. But not enough to outshine the "booze".
APPEARANCE: Pours a cloudy medium-brown with a 2-finger, tight-froth, off-white, head that dissipates moderately-quick with good lacing. It looks fine in my clear glass but the head needs to stick around longer.
TASTE: Moderately sweet with the predominant flavors being "booze", bourbon, toffee, and fresh plum. During the finish I get whispers of vanilla and oak.
As the beer warms, I am getting a bit of milk chocolate flavor in the middle of the sip. But it's fleeting, and quickly transitions to toffee and "booze".
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a fairly smooth texture with just a hint of stickiness during the finish. Carbonation seems average, and appropriate.
While the description claims to have a "pleasantly dry finish", I am finding that it is the barest of dry. For me, that's usually not a bad thing as I tend to shy away from dry beers. But (and I can't believe I'm saying this), in this case, I think just a bit more dryness would help to alleviate a bit of that stickiness.
OVERALL: I have tried several of the Dragon's Milk varieties and I can honestly say, this is my least favorite. Mostly because (for me) the "booze" characteristic is too predominant in the aroma and flavor categories. I don't mind it being there ... I just don't like that it's a major starring role.
On a positive note, what I found a bit unique about this beer is that the plum flavor is that of ripe plum, rather than dried. Why does that make a difference? Well, it provides sweetness along with that slight bit of sour/tang that ripe plums have. Which helps to balance out all of the other sweet components. Personally, I find that to be a nice touch, and a welcome respite from the usual sweet, "dark fruit" flavors that dark beers tend to lean towards.
11.0% ABV
Bottled: 03/25/25
$15.99 4-pk @ Publix - Got as a BOGO
AROMA: Mildly sweet with mild scents of malt, plum, toffee, and "booze". Honestly, I'm kinda surprised at how mild the aroma is. I was really expecting something a little more bold, in the olfactory department.
Okay, as the beer warms, I am getting more olfactory stimulation. Unfortunately, the majority of that boost is just for the "booze" scent. Although, I do get a bit more plum than when it was colder. But not enough to outshine the "booze".
APPEARANCE: Pours a cloudy medium-brown with a 2-finger, tight-froth, off-white, head that dissipates moderately-quick with good lacing. It looks fine in my clear glass but the head needs to stick around longer.
TASTE: Moderately sweet with the predominant flavors being "booze", bourbon, toffee, and fresh plum. During the finish I get whispers of vanilla and oak.
As the beer warms, I am getting a bit of milk chocolate flavor in the middle of the sip. But it's fleeting, and quickly transitions to toffee and "booze".
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a fairly smooth texture with just a hint of stickiness during the finish. Carbonation seems average, and appropriate.
While the description claims to have a "pleasantly dry finish", I am finding that it is the barest of dry. For me, that's usually not a bad thing as I tend to shy away from dry beers. But (and I can't believe I'm saying this), in this case, I think just a bit more dryness would help to alleviate a bit of that stickiness.
OVERALL: I have tried several of the Dragon's Milk varieties and I can honestly say, this is my least favorite. Mostly because (for me) the "booze" characteristic is too predominant in the aroma and flavor categories. I don't mind it being there ... I just don't like that it's a major starring role.
On a positive note, what I found a bit unique about this beer is that the plum flavor is that of ripe plum, rather than dried. Why does that make a difference? Well, it provides sweetness along with that slight bit of sour/tang that ripe plums have. Which helps to balance out all of the other sweet components. Personally, I find that to be a nice touch, and a welcome respite from the usual sweet, "dark fruit" flavors that dark beers tend to lean towards.
Tried
from Bottle
from
Publix - Winter Springs Town Center
on 21 Oct 2025
at 18:59
7.4/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 7.5
Flavor 7.5
Texture 6
Overall 7.5
12 oz. can
5.5% ABV
Best by: 11JAN26
$13.19 6-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Sweet with ample amounts of caramel, bread and malt. I find it to be a nice, inviting aroma. Which is pretty typical for a Mรคrzen.
APPEARANCE: Pours a cloudy medium-amber with a 3-finger, tight-froth, off-white, head that dissipates moderately-slowly with excellent lacing. It looks very inviting in my clear, wheat-beer glass!
TASTE: Sweet with the predominant flavors being caramel and malt, but I also get faint hints of bread and orange during the finish. It's a nice, solid flavor that doesn't overpower. Additionally, as the beer warms, the flavor stays on a pretty even keel without much fluctuation.
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a slightly smooth texture. Carbonation seems a little higher than average. While the start gives a bit of a "juicy" feel, the finish ends on the dry side. Fortunately, it's not overly dry, which makes for a nice, overall, transition. I gotta say, as I get towards the bottom of this beer, I am finding that I like the texture better than when I started. Which is most likely due to the majority of the carbonation having already left the beer. So if I had my druthers, I would tone the carbonation down a little. But that's just me.
OVERALL: I will confess that I actually had one of these beers the other day, but I wasn't in the mood to take the time to review it. As I was drinking it, I thought to myself, that it was just an okay Mรคrzen ... nothing bad, but nothing special, either. But, today, as I am in "review" mode, I am finding that I actually quite like this beer. It's got a very nice flavor and aroma that don't overpower the senses ... it goes down smooth and easy ... it looks great in the glass ... and it has a relatively low ABV, which makes it easier to celebrate Oktoberfest without getting blotto-ed. What's not to like??
Granted, I won't be putting this on my "must buy" list for next year, but I also won't be putting it on my "nice, but don't bother buying again" list. Instead, it will be on my "definitely buy if there's nothing new that looks interesting" list. Which, if history is any kind of indicator, means I will most likely be buying it next year.
5.5% ABV
Best by: 11JAN26
$13.19 6-pk @ Publix
AROMA: Sweet with ample amounts of caramel, bread and malt. I find it to be a nice, inviting aroma. Which is pretty typical for a Mรคrzen.
APPEARANCE: Pours a cloudy medium-amber with a 3-finger, tight-froth, off-white, head that dissipates moderately-slowly with excellent lacing. It looks very inviting in my clear, wheat-beer glass!
TASTE: Sweet with the predominant flavors being caramel and malt, but I also get faint hints of bread and orange during the finish. It's a nice, solid flavor that doesn't overpower. Additionally, as the beer warms, the flavor stays on a pretty even keel without much fluctuation.
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a slightly smooth texture. Carbonation seems a little higher than average. While the start gives a bit of a "juicy" feel, the finish ends on the dry side. Fortunately, it's not overly dry, which makes for a nice, overall, transition. I gotta say, as I get towards the bottom of this beer, I am finding that I like the texture better than when I started. Which is most likely due to the majority of the carbonation having already left the beer. So if I had my druthers, I would tone the carbonation down a little. But that's just me.
OVERALL: I will confess that I actually had one of these beers the other day, but I wasn't in the mood to take the time to review it. As I was drinking it, I thought to myself, that it was just an okay Mรคrzen ... nothing bad, but nothing special, either. But, today, as I am in "review" mode, I am finding that I actually quite like this beer. It's got a very nice flavor and aroma that don't overpower the senses ... it goes down smooth and easy ... it looks great in the glass ... and it has a relatively low ABV, which makes it easier to celebrate Oktoberfest without getting blotto-ed. What's not to like??
Granted, I won't be putting this on my "must buy" list for next year, but I also won't be putting it on my "nice, but don't bother buying again" list. Instead, it will be on my "definitely buy if there's nothing new that looks interesting" list. Which, if history is any kind of indicator, means I will most likely be buying it next year.
Tried
from Can
from
Publix - Winter Springs Town Center
on 16 Oct 2025
at 17:27
8/10
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Appearance 7
Aroma 9
Flavor 8.5
Texture 6
Overall 8
12 oz. bottle
7.0% ABV
Note: I looked on every bottle and the 6-pk container itself and there is no information on any dates (Best By, Born On, etc.). In this day and age, I find that a little disappointing.
$13.99 6-pk @ Winter Springs Liquors
AROMA: Deliciously sweet with large amounts of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baked pie crust scents. I kid you not, this smells EXACTLY like a fresh-baked pumpkin pie, just out of the oven!!
What I find even more amazing, is that the scent levels don't really fluctuate as the beer warms. I took my time drinking this beer and with every sip, I got the exact same olfactory experience, sip after sip after sip. In my experience, that is something that rarely happens.
APPEARANCE: Pours a cloudy medium-amber with a 2-finger, loosely-frothy, off-white, head that dissipates moderately-quick with minimal lacing. It looks nice in the glass, but I wish the head lasted longer and had more lacing. I should also note that I had to "work" at coaxing the head to a height of 2-fingers. If I had poured it normally, I'm not sure I would have got a head of more than 1-finger.
TASTE: Sweet with significant flavors of fresh pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. While the beer is sweet, it is not overly sweet. Additionally, the sweetness continually wanes until you are just left with the flavor of fresh pumpkin, during the finish. Personally, I find this to be a clever trick as my palate gets to run the full gamut from sweet to savory, all during a single sip.
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a slightly "grabby" texture. Carbonation seems average. Overall, I'm fine with the body, but I would have liked just a little more creaminess in the texture. I think that creaminess would have reinforced that "pumpkin pie" experience, that (I believe) the brewer was going for.
OVERALL: Normally, I'm not a fan of the pumpkin-pie-in-a-bottle pumpkin beers (which this one is). Mostly because they tend to be overly sweet, with minimal pumpkin flavor. And when I first smelled the beer, I thought it was going to be another "miss" for me. However, this beer does not suffer from either of those maladies. The sweetness level has been kept at an acceptable level and the fresh pumpkin flavor shines through from start to finish. Additionally, the supporting spices (i.e. cinnamon and nutmeg) are also kept at an acceptable level. Meaning, you can easily smell and taste them, yet they are not overpowering, nor do they detract.
I have to say, this is the first (and only) pumpkin-pie-in-a-bottle beer that I've tried (and I've tried a lot), that has met my criteria of making pumpkin the star. Additionally, all of the supporting scents/flavors (e.g. spices, sugar, etc.) are used expertly to elevate the star ingredient ... pumpkin ... without themselves becoming co-stars. All I have to say is, Bravo, Stevens Point Brewery ... bravo! I will definitely be adding this to my "must buy" list for next year.
7.0% ABV
Note: I looked on every bottle and the 6-pk container itself and there is no information on any dates (Best By, Born On, etc.). In this day and age, I find that a little disappointing.
$13.99 6-pk @ Winter Springs Liquors
AROMA: Deliciously sweet with large amounts of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baked pie crust scents. I kid you not, this smells EXACTLY like a fresh-baked pumpkin pie, just out of the oven!!
What I find even more amazing, is that the scent levels don't really fluctuate as the beer warms. I took my time drinking this beer and with every sip, I got the exact same olfactory experience, sip after sip after sip. In my experience, that is something that rarely happens.
APPEARANCE: Pours a cloudy medium-amber with a 2-finger, loosely-frothy, off-white, head that dissipates moderately-quick with minimal lacing. It looks nice in the glass, but I wish the head lasted longer and had more lacing. I should also note that I had to "work" at coaxing the head to a height of 2-fingers. If I had poured it normally, I'm not sure I would have got a head of more than 1-finger.
TASTE: Sweet with significant flavors of fresh pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. While the beer is sweet, it is not overly sweet. Additionally, the sweetness continually wanes until you are just left with the flavor of fresh pumpkin, during the finish. Personally, I find this to be a clever trick as my palate gets to run the full gamut from sweet to savory, all during a single sip.
MOUTHFEEL: Medium-bodied with a slightly "grabby" texture. Carbonation seems average. Overall, I'm fine with the body, but I would have liked just a little more creaminess in the texture. I think that creaminess would have reinforced that "pumpkin pie" experience, that (I believe) the brewer was going for.
OVERALL: Normally, I'm not a fan of the pumpkin-pie-in-a-bottle pumpkin beers (which this one is). Mostly because they tend to be overly sweet, with minimal pumpkin flavor. And when I first smelled the beer, I thought it was going to be another "miss" for me. However, this beer does not suffer from either of those maladies. The sweetness level has been kept at an acceptable level and the fresh pumpkin flavor shines through from start to finish. Additionally, the supporting spices (i.e. cinnamon and nutmeg) are also kept at an acceptable level. Meaning, you can easily smell and taste them, yet they are not overpowering, nor do they detract.
I have to say, this is the first (and only) pumpkin-pie-in-a-bottle beer that I've tried (and I've tried a lot), that has met my criteria of making pumpkin the star. Additionally, all of the supporting scents/flavors (e.g. spices, sugar, etc.) are used expertly to elevate the star ingredient ... pumpkin ... without themselves becoming co-stars. All I have to say is, Bravo, Stevens Point Brewery ... bravo! I will definitely be adding this to my "must buy" list for next year.
Tried
from Bottle
at
Winter Springs Liquors
on 11 Oct 2025
at 19:04