Brewer Q & A (Issue 22)

92 Rating – Natty Greene's Brewing Co. – Red Nose Winter Ale

Responses from Natty Greene's head brewer Scott Christofel.

Who came up with this beer's recipe?
I did in 2004.

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)? 
The malty, spiced balance of flavor. Some holiday beers can be cloying and lack balanced spicing.

Where does this beer’s name come from? 
6.8 percent ABV delivers a nice warm feeling or a "Red Nose" for the holidays.

Is this your "desert island beer?"
It's perfect for the cold weather of winter, but my desert island beer would be our Hitchpost Gueuze.

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Rich, malty flavor with ginger, orange peel and cinnamon notes.