Batemans Rosey Nosey Holiday Ale is new to the United States market in 2009. British beer writer Roger Protz Rosey describeds the 5% abv beer as “a rich, luscious, and warming ale ideal for winter. The aroma is ripe withsultana and raisin fruit, balanced by biscuit malt and tangy hop resins. 4 stars (out of 4).” It is made with Maris Otter pale and crystal malts and Golding, Challenger, and Liberty Hops. The suggested retail for a 500ml bottle is $4.99.

Founded in 1874, Batemans — located in Wainfleet, Lincolnshire — is one of the few remaining multi-generational family brewers in England. “Rosey Nosey has been rapidly growing in popularity in the UK market,” said marketing director Jaclyn Bateman. “We are thrilled to bring this beer to the USA market in partnership with SBS (SBS-Imports of Seattle).”

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Brewed once a year by Left Hand Brewing to fight cabin fever, this spiced strong ale uses all natural ingredients, including crushed cinnamon, honey, chopped ginger, orange zest, cardamon & cloves. Deep red in color, this medium-bodied beer is a winter warmer – enjoy on a cold night in front of the fireplace. Get it while it lasts!

Style: Strong Spice Ale
Color: Brown/Deep Red
ABV: 8.6%
IBUs: 16
Plato: 18.5
Malt: Premium Pale 2-Row, Munich, Crystal & Chocolate
Hops: Magnum and Saaz

Flying Dog’s K-9 Cruiser Winter Ale is the psycho in the pack. K-9 Cruiser is a dark, sweet and malty winter warmer that will captivate any adventurous craft brew drinker. A true Flying Dog original, K-9 Cruiser is the perfect brew to warm you up in those cold winter months.

ABV: 6.4%
Plato: 16
IBU’s: 30
Specialty Malts: 50/60L Crystal Malt, Chocolate Malt, Oats, Munich Malt
Hops: Millennium, U.S. Saaz