{"id":31263,"date":"2025-01-16T15:01:16","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T15:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/beer\/holiday-beers-worth-hunting-down-mnbeer-craft-beer-information-from-the-twin-cities-minnesota-minneapolis-st-paul-and-beyond\/"},"modified":"2025-01-16T15:01:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T15:01:16","slug":"holiday-beers-worth-hunting-down-mnbeer-craft-beer-information-from-the-twin-cities-minnesota-minneapolis-st-paul-and-beyond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=31263","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Beers Worth Hunting Down \u2013 MNBeer \u2013 Craft beer information from the Twin Cities, Minnesota, Minneapolis, St. Paul and beyond"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The holiday season often calls for beers with some substance. Oftentimes they carry a higher ABV and will feature seasonal spices (think cardamom, cinnamon, anise, cherries, and chocolate) to bring holiday cheer to those who imbibe. The truth is though, that the first known holiday beers were actually brewed by Viking women in celebration of the winter solstice using ingredients that were readily available.<\/p>\n<p>Women were the primary brewers in medieval Europe, and would often make special beers to celebrate the yuletide season which were often consumed in honor of the gods. This was especially true in Norway (women primarily brewed beer stateside before the industrial revolution as well) where beer was enjoyed by all communities across all social classes.<\/p>\n<p>Modern holiday beers can be credited to Fritz Maytag of the infamous Anchor Brewing Company out of San Francisco California. The team first brewed Anchor Christmas Ale (Originally called Our Special Ale) in 1975 making it the first seasonal beer since Prohibition.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some holiday beers worth seeking out.<\/p>\n<p><strong>St. Bernardus Christmas Ale<\/strong> \u2013 St. Bernardus uses their proprietary yeast that was harvested back in 1946 to bring this beer to life. This Belgium Quad is essentially their ABT Ale with spices added. Roasted chestnuts, stone fruit, and chocolate come across the palate making this a great pairing with all things chocolate, or your favorite winter stew. 9.8% ABV.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sierra Nevada Celebration<\/strong> \u2013 Celebration differs from many options in the market as it is a West Coast IPA rather than a Winter Warmer and does not contain the typical spices used in most holiday beers. Citrus and pine notes seek to balance the sweet caramel malt used in this recipe. Serve it up with Sole Meuniere for the holidays to honor the legacy of Julia Child. 6.8% ABV.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Great Lakes Christmas Ale<\/strong> \u2013 Roasted malts along with cinnamon, honey, and ginger make this classic winter warmer worth space in your fridge for the holidays. Pair it with a festive salmon dish for the holidays and you won\u2019t regret it. 7.5% ABV.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bell\u2019s Christmas Ale<\/strong> \u2013 This is one of the better Scotch Ales in the market and the perfect partner for your cheese board. The sweet malt base with subtle plum notes plays well with a nice brie or an alpine style cheeses such as Gruyere or Comte. 7.5% ABV.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bent Paddle Christmas Cookie Cream Ale<\/strong> \u2013 This crowd pleaser is essentially a liquid spritz cookie. Yes, just like the one on that plate of cookies at any given holiday party. Naked oats and acidulated malt make up the base of this beer that also showcases vanilla, almond, and cardamom. Bring this to your party and serve it right alongside that platter of bright, sugary morsels. 5%ABV.<\/p>\n<p>Cheers!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season often calls for beers with some substance. Oftentimes they carry a higher ABV and will feature seasonal spices (think cardamom, cinnamon, anise, cherries, and chocolate) to bring holiday cheer to those who imbibe. 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