The holiday season in the American Midwest is a magical time of year. It is a time that draws us out of our everyday lives and dresses the ordinary in festive holiday finery. And as the temperature drops and the days get shorter, we seem to instinctively put away the light thirst-quenching brews of summer in favor of something rich and substantial.
Given our love of beer and our passion for celebration, it should come as no surprise that our everyday drink takes on a more festive air during the holidays. Everyday ales are transformed with fruit, herbs and spices. Standard recipes are beefed up for bigger, stronger, heartier, or hoppier versions of every-day favorites. Tis the season for old ales, dopplebocks, Christmas ales and meads.
Here are a few of the special beers and events we'll be brewing up. Check the events list for details.
11/12 Phat Abbot Belgian Tripel Release Party at the Corner Brewery
11/13 Belgian Beer Tasting at Arbor Brewing Company
11/25 Indoor Farmer's Market at the Corner Brewery
11/26 Terminator Release Party at Arbor Brewing Company
12/6 Shadow Art Fair at Corner Brewery
12/11 Holiday Beer Tasting at Arbor Brewing Company