Released for world-wide production
November 1, 2002,
Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale is manufactured by the
Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC), makers of "
Boonville Beers," headquartered in
Boonville, California.
The AVBC
brewery was ranked twice amongst the top ten
micro brewers in the country in the
World Beer Championships competition and
Winter Solstice Ale was awarded the
designation of
1998 World Champion Winter Ale. (Winter Solstice Ale was also recognized with
gold medals in brewing in both
1997 and
1998.)
From the marketing hype:
From the first sip of Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale, your senses will be aroused with the vision of a glowing fire, warming the hearth and home, as gently drifting snow flakes silently blanket the trees outside. Each lingering sip will gently warm your soul with thoughts of family and friends, gathering around the table for the feast. Luscious, creamy, smooth, and warming, this medium bodied ale is brewed with caramel and crystal malts to give it just a hint of sweetness, then paired with our private blend of holiday spice. Winter Solstice Ale is great alone or as an accompaniment to any meal, and it has been known to liven and spice up nearly any social event. This coveted and much sought-after brew is released in November, just in time for the holidays, and by the first of the New Year will be only a fond memory.
Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale is not
sterile filtered or
heat pasteurized, so it should be
refrigerated at all times. Anderson Valley Brewing recommends the
ale be served between 40° and 45°. The
micro brew beer is 6.9%
alcohol by volume and can be ordered online via AVBC's website:
http://www.avbc.com
Sources:
1. http://www.avbc.com/news/medals.html
2. http://www.avbc.com/beers/solstice.html