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Best Christmas Beers

These are the best Christmas beers I have had. Please feel free to add to this if I missed one. - Tom G.

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  1. Southern Tier Krampus

    Brewery's Description: St. Nicholas, aka Santa Claus, is a magical figure, the bringer of gifts and an icon of holiday spirit. Forgotten by most is his evil side kick and enforcer of ‘œthe list’. European tradition says ... full description

  2. Goose Island Christmas Ale

    Brewery's Description: Specialty Belgian malts create a deep garnet color and a truly rich old European flavor in our classic Christmas Ale. And the generous amount of crystal hops adds that extra spicy aroma to your pin... full description

  3. Delirium Noel

    Brewery's Description: Delirium's Christmas Ale full description

  4. Corsendonk Christmas

    Brewery's Description: On the palate this silky smooth ale is predominantly malty, with smoky, spicy and citrusy notes, and a long, lingering finish that is lightly tart and malty. full description

  5. Anchor Our Special Ale 2006

    Brewery's Description: This is our special ale from the brewers at Anchor. It is sold only from early November to mid-January. The Ale’s recipe is different every year, but the intent with which we offer it remains the s... full description

  6. Old Red Nose Ale

    Brewery's Description: This deep mahogany winter ale is rich and fragrant with tones of orange and ginger, a hearty malt nose, and full-roasted chestnut flavor. full description

  7. Stone Nogne Jolly Pumpkin Special Holiday Ale

    Brewery's Description: The Holiday season is a time for sharing food, drink, and the occasional debacle with the ones you love. We love good beer and the people dedicated to it, so we decided to share the experience of b... full description

  8. Chelsea Hoppy Holidays

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  9. AleSmith YuleSmith Holiday Ale 2009

    Brewery's Description: During the summer, YuleSmith is transformed into a big, hoppy, Double IPA. The enormous load of hops requires a substantial malt background to create just the right balance for a Double IPA. Lighte... full description

  10. Captain Lawrence Nor’ Easter 2007

    Brewery's Description: Enjoy in a snifter. Overripe fruit, vinous, vanilla, roasted grain and coffee are a few of the characters you will taste with this monster. The hops fade away as the flavors of the elderberries and... full description