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Woodstock Inn Brewery Autumn Ale Brew
I mentioned being impressed with this beer when I had a sample of it on tap while visiting the Woodstock, NH area. A few weeks later I was able to track down a six-pack of it in the Boston area. Did the beer meet my expectations?
Poured a brown body with a white head that was thin and scattered. In the nose nutmeg is intense. I catch aromas of cinnamon for a finish, and the occasional wisp of apple, but that is with a lot of sniffing (maybe I was willing them to come out?). In the mouth the beer is a bit watery, providing a lighter mouth presence. At the beginning of the session, the nutmeg hit strong, but I was able to notice some pie crust flavors and light-carmalized sweetness. As the session progressed this minage of flavors devolved into the omni-present flavor of nutmeg. With its 4.4% abv the beer could make a nice session beer… if you really enjoy nutmeg. For me it was too much and could drink no more then one per sitting.
I think it is great when a brewery tries something different, but this one missed the mark for me. If you enjoy nutmeg, hit this beer up, I, on the other hand, shall take a pass.
