If tequila makes the ladies dance, then beer makes the lords leap. And for this festive season, I’ve gotta recommend something a bit more tasty than whatever light beer you find in the corner of your uncle’s basement.
One of my favourites is Young’s Double Chocolate Stout (LCBO#103267, $3.50).
It’s like a tall, broody man that just sauntered on into the bar. With dark chocolate from start to finish – colour, aromas and taste, and throw in some wood – you’ve got a great bottle to cheers with. It’s also mighty good with my favourite Cottage Pie recipe by Anthony Sedlak.
Another recommended pick is Big Rock Breweries McNally’s Winter Spice Ale.
Only a few select Beer Stores carry it, but if you happen to live nearby one of such lucky locales – it’s worth the trip ($12.95/6 pack). This is a traditional amber ale blended with both pale and caramel malts that equals a round flavour profile. And it’s got bang for its buck at 6% alcohol and is jammed packed full of wintery spices – cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. Just open wide, okay?
There ya go, boys.
The Corkscrew 