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Inaugural Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.5% Brewed By Black Swan Brewpub 2067 E Hadley Rd Plainfield (IN) Indiana USA North America (317) 838-7444 http://blackswanbrewpub.com Thank you sir, will you have another Inaugural Old Ale? Give us your review below.

Great Crescent Dark Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Great Crescent Brewery 315 Importing St Aurora (IN) Indiana USA North America (812) 655-9079 www.gcbeer.com Does Great Crescent Dark Ale tie the room together? Give us your review below.

Big Bad Dog

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Blue Cat Brew Pub 113 18th St Rock Island Illinois USA North America (309) 788-8247 www.bluecatbrewpub.com Would you like to share your opinion of Big Bad Dog? Submit your review below.

Old Orbiter

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Lunar Brewing 54 E St Charles Rd Villa Park Illinois USA North America (630) 530-2077 http://www.beermenus.com/places/2162-lunar-brewing-co Would you like to share your opinion of Old Orbiter? Submit your review below.

Last Drop

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By George Gale & Co. Ltd. Chiswick Lane South London Greater London United Kingdom (England) Europe +44 (0)20 8996 2000 http://www.fullers.co.uk Does Last Drop tie the room together? Give us your review below.

Fuller’s Vintage Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.5% Brewed By Fuller Smith & Turner PLC Chiswick Ln S London Greater London United Kingdom (England) Europe +44 20 8996 2000 www.fullers.co.uk Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Fuller’s Vintage Ale? Let us know below.

Cold Nose Winter Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.9% Brewed By Laughing Dog Brewing 1109 Fontaine Dr Ponderay Idaho USA North America (208) 263-9222 www.laughingdogbrewing.com Is Cold Nose Winter Ale something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Red Brick Old Stock

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.9% Brewed By Red Brick Brewing Company 2323 Defoor Hills Rd NW Atlanta Georgia USA North America (404) 355-5558 www.redbrickbrewing.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Red Brick Old Stock below.

Gale’s Prize Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By George Gale & Co. Ltd. Chiswick Lane South London Greater London United Kingdom (England) Europe +44 (0)20 8996 2000 http://www.fullers.co.uk Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Gale’s Prize Old Ale in the below form.

Warmer Winter Winter Warmer – Laird’s Apple Brandy Barrel Aged

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By Cigar City Brewing 3924 W Spruce St

Terrapin The Iron Tankard

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.4% Brewed By Terrapin Beer Company 265 Newton Bridge Rd Athens Georgia USA North America (706) 549-3377 http://terrapinbeer.com Want to share your review of Terrapin The Iron Tankard? Submit your review below.

Warmer Winter Winter Warmer

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 11% Brewed By Cigar City Brewing 3924 W Spruce St

Bold English Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Bold City Brewery 2670 Rosselle St #7 Jacksonville Florida USA North America (904) 379-6551 www.boldcitybrewery.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Bold English Ale below.

Best Of Show Twice In A Row Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Tampa Bay Brewing Co. 1600 E 8th Ave Tampa Florida USA North America (813) 247-1422 www.tampabaybrewingcompany.com Want to share your review of Best Of Show Twice In A Row Old Ale? Submit your review below.

Norvig Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Elgood and Sons Ltd North Bring Brewery Wisbech East of England United Kingdom (England) Europe +44 (0) 1945 583160 www.elgoods-brewery.co.uk Want to share your review of Norvig Ale? Submit your review below.

Nissefar

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By HaandBryggeriet Skogliveien 4 Drammen Eastern Norway Norway Europe +47 31 41 41 40 http://haandbryggeriet.net The dude abides. Does Nissefar? Submit your review below.

Batch 100 (Barrel-Aged Old Ale)

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Peg’s Cantina & Brewpub 3038 Beach Blvd S Gulfport Florida USA North America (727) 328-2720 www.pegscantina.com The dude abides. Does Batch 100 (Barrel-Aged Old Ale)? Submit your review below.

Coalition Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Thornbridge Brewery Buxton Road Bakewell East Midlands United Kingdom (England) Europe +44 01629 641000 http://www.thornbridgebrewery.co.uk Have an opinion about Coalition Old Ale? Submit your review below.

Old Crafty Hen

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Greene King / Morland Brewery Westgate Street Bury St Edmunds East of England United Kingdom (England) Europe +44 01284 714 297 http://www.greeneking.co.uk/ Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Old Crafty Hen? Submit your review below.

Olde Suffolk English (Strong Suffolk Vintage) Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Greene King / Morland Brewery Westgate Street Bury St Edmunds East of England United Kingdom (England) Europe +44 01284 714 297 http://www.greeneking.co.uk/ May the wind always be at your back, the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance among the […]

Old Ale Traits

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Beer Style Description

Dark amber to brown in color, old ales are medium to full bodied with a malty sweetness. Hop aroma should be minimal and flavor can vary from none to medium in character intensity. Fruity-ester flavors and aromas can contribute to the character of this ale. Bitterness should be minimal but evident and balanced with malt and/or caramel-like sweetness. Alcohol types can be varied and complex. A distinctive quality of these ales is that they undergo an aging process (often for years) on their yeast either in bulk storage or through conditioning in the bottle, which contributes to a rich, wine-like and often sweet oxidation character. Complex estery characters may also emerge. Some very low diacetyl character may be evident and acceptable. Wood aged characters such as vanillin and other woody characters are acceptable. Horsey, goaty, leathery and phenolic character evolved from Brettanomyces organisms and acidity may be present but should be at low levels and balanced with other flavors Residual flavors that come from liquids previously aged in a barrel such as bourbon or sherry should not be present. Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures. A traditional English ale style, mashed at higher temperatures than strong ales to reduce attenuation, then aged at the brewery after primary fermentation (similar to the process used for historical porters). Often had age-related character (lactic, Brett, oxidation, leather) associated with “stale” beers. Used as stock ales for blending or enjoyed at full strength (stale or stock refers to beers that were aged or stored for a significant period of time). Winter warmers are a more modern style that are maltier, fuller-bodied, often darker beers that may be a brewery’s winter seasonal special offering.

Alcohol By Volume Range

6-9

IBU's Range

30-60

Aroma

Malty-sweet with fruity esters, often with a complex blend of dried-fruit, vinous, caramelly, molasses, nutty, toffee, treacle, and/or other specialty malt aromas. Some alcohol and oxidative notes are acceptable, akin to those found in Sherry or Port. Hop aromas not usually present due to extended aging.

Appearance

Light amber to very dark reddish-brown color (most are fairly dark). Age and oxidation may darken the beer further. May be almost opaque (if not, should be clear). Moderate to low cream- to light tan-colored head; may be adversely affected by alcohol and age.

Flavor

Medium to high malt character with a luscious malt complexity, often with nutty, caramelly and/or molasses-like flavors. Light chocolate or roasted malt flavors are optional, but should never be prominent. Balance is often malty-sweet, but may be well hopped (the impression of bitterness often depends on amount of aging). Moderate to high fruity esters are common, and may take on a dried-fruit or vinous character. The finish may vary from dry to somewhat sweet. Extended aging may contribute oxidative flavors similar to a fine old Sherry, Port or Madeira. Alcoholic strength should be evident, though not overwhelming. Diacetyl low to none. Some wood-aged or blended versions may have a lactic or Brettanomyces character; but this is optional and should not be too strong (enter as a specialty beer if it is).

Mouthfeel

Medium to full, chewy body, although older examples may be lower in body due to continued attenuation during conditioning. Alcohol warmth is often evident and always welcome. Low to moderate carbonation, depending on age and conditioning.