Samuel Smith's Winter Welcome
The History of
Winter Welcome - Throughout history, beer of somewhat higher alcohol and
richness has been enjoyed for the winter holidays, when old friends get
together to enjoy the season. Wassail, a festival to celebrate winter and
the beer that goes with it, predates the Christian era. Winter Welcome is
vintage-dated with a special label each year, and was first shipped to the
US in 1990 - it was the first imported winter seasonal beer. Serve in a
traditional Sam Smith tulip or nonik glass for the holidays.
Taste
Honey-amber colored, creamy head of small bubbles, floral aroma and delicious
malt flavor with great finesse.
Serving Suggestion
Roast goose, smoked turkey with oyster dressing, rack of lamb, candied yams,
Smithfield hams, fresh pears and apples, Christmas cake. Serve in crystal
tumblers, or traditional Yorkshire tulip or nonik pint glasses.
Winter Welcome Accolades
Four stars, ". . . layers of fruit, malt, spice, and earth tones that marry
perfectly with great balance and style. A classic that nearly begs for smoked
meats and young cheddar." - BevX.com, Dec. 2009
"This joyously rich, creamy, malty wonder is still the benchmark." - Christmas
Beer, Don "Joe Sixpack" Russell, 2008
Silver Medal - World Beer Championships
"Best beer I've ever had." - Northwest Brew News
Product Sizes and Quantities
18.7 ounce (550 ml) "Victorian Pint" bottles / 12 per case
12 ounce (355 ml) bottles / 6 - 4 packs per case
Stats
ABV: 6.0% - OG: 1.056 - IBU: 32
