Name: Breckenridge: Christmas Ale
Brewed In/Type: Denver, CO / Ale (Winter Warmer)
Bought at/Price Binny's / $7.99 6pack
Dennis: As the first Breckenridge beer we've ever had, I was torn. I wanted to like this beer....but I just don't get the impression of a winter warmer. The smell is weak with some sour hop hints, and the body is flat with some sweet grains and a follow up hop kick. I just can't believe this beer is 7.4% by tasting it. One thing I will say is that it's very very easy to drink, but by being so, it sacrifices some memorability. I had really hoped for something that would be more unique.
Jen: This brew comes across as sort of blah. It isn't too bad, but nothing makes it stand out. It smells quite sour, which is not a good thing, and has a slight spiciness to it. The malt sweetness is not too noticeable and I also get a slight bittersweet chocolate flavor. Nothing that makes this an outstanding beer (especially for $7.99).
Rating: 3.25 out of 5