December 15, 2013

308/957)  Home:  Hen's Tooth by Morland Brewing of England:  *;  6.5%;  bottle conditioned;  nose has a touch of fruit and one dimensional English hops;  grainy, malty with a hint of fruit;  a bit bland;  I am wondering if these were imported under the best possible conditions;

309/958)  Home:  Nut Brown Ale by Samuel Smith Old Brewery (Tadcaster) of England:  *1/2;  I have to admit, I am surprised this one hasn't made the list until now;  sweet malty nose;  mildly roasty, pretty tame;  time has over-taken this one and I am used to bolder flavours;

310/959)  Home:  Barley Wine 2012 by Mill Street Brewery of Ontario:  **;  11.5%;  Batch No. 12-219-22;  aged in whiskey barrels;  nose is sweet and boozy with notes of fruitcake and dried fruits,   alcohol and oak feature in the flavours;