Evil Genius Beer Co.
Naughty or Nice - Winter Spiced Ale
The color of this beer is a deep, dark mahogany. It is a slightly transparent brew, but the color makes it more translucent. The beer gives off wonderful red tones, and a thin, quickly disappearing white head.
The aroma of this brew says holiday cheer. There are nice notes of nutmeg, cinnamon, bready malts, and a slight sweetness. It isn't the strings smell I have had from a winter spiced ale, but it is pleasant. I kind of wish the there was a little clove, or more spice, but I still approve of the aroma.
On the palate there is a nice carbonation that leads the way to a beer that first hits you with a slight clove flavor, it is then followed by the nutmeg and cinnamon. None of the flavors are overbearing. The beer has a nice undertone of malt that is evident throughout the taste. The last two things this beer does are hit you with an unexpected bitterness that is quickly covered up a the warming sensation of nutmeg, which is how the beer finishes.
Overall I really liked this beer, people that don't like spiced beers shouldn't drink this. I have seen some very negative reviews on, but I don't feel they are justified. This isn't the best spiced winter ale I have ever had, but it is solid. The color is really beautiful, the aroma is acceptable, and the flavor is pleasant and has some layers to it. I give it a 3.5 out of 5!
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