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Miracle Off 28th Street

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.2% Brewed By Schmohz Brewing Company 2600 Patterson Ave SE Grand Rapids Michigan USA North America (616) 949-0860 http://schmohz.com Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Miracle Off 28th Street make you happy, let us know […]

Founders Curmudgeon (Old Ale)

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.8% Brewed By Founders Brewing Company 235 Grandville Ave. SW Grand Rapids Michigan USA North America (616) 776-2182 http://foundersbrewing.com Want to share your review of Founders Curmudgeon (Old Ale)? Submit your review below.

Founders Curmudgeon’s Better Half

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 11.9% Brewed By Founders Brewing Company 235 Grandville Ave. SW Grand Rapids Michigan USA North America (616) 776-2182 http://foundersbrewing.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Founders Curmudgeon’s Better Half below.

Arcadia Big Dick’s Olde Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Arcadia Brewing Company 103 W. Michigan Avenue Battle Creek Michigan USA North America (269) 963-9690 http://www.arcadiaales.com Does Arcadia Big Dick’s Olde Ale tie the room together? Give us your review below.

Local Harvest Five Mile Stock Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.4% Brewed By Ipswich Ale Brewery 23 Hayward St Ipswich (MA) Massachusetts USA North America (978) 356-3329 www.ipswichalebrewery.com Have an opinion about Local Harvest Five Mile Stock Ale? Submit your review below.

Arbor Brewing Jackhammer Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.3% Brewed By Arbor Brewing Company 114 E Washington St Ann Arbor Michigan USA North America (734) 213-1393 www.arborbrewing.com Is Arbor Brewing Jackhammer Old Ale something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Ipswich Winter Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.2% Brewed By Ipswich Ale Brewery 23 Hayward St Ipswich (MA) Massachusetts USA North America (978) 356-3329 www.ipswichalebrewery.com The human brain only operates as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we know, kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. […]

Snowbound

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Tap Brewing Company 100 Washington St Haverhill Massachusetts USA North America (978) 374-1117 www.tapbrewingcompany.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Snowbound? Submit your review below.

Ipswich Whipple House Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Ipswich Ale Brewery 23 Hayward St Ipswich (MA) Massachusetts USA North America (978) 356-3329 www.ipswichalebrewery.com The dude abides. Does Ipswich Whipple House Old Ale? Submit your review below.

Oak-aged Snowbound

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Tap Brewing Company 100 Washington St Haverhill Massachusetts USA North America (978) 374-1117 www.tapbrewingcompany.com What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did Oak-aged Snowbound make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

Bad Knees Barrel Aged Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10.5% Brewed By Cambridge Brewing Company 1 Kendall Square #100 Cambridge (MA) Massachusetts USA North America (617) 494-1994 www.cambrew.com Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Bad Knees Barrel Aged Old Ale? Let us know below.

Old Pluto

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Barrington Brewery & Restaurant 420 Stockbridge Rd #7 Great Barrington Massachusetts USA North America (413) 528-8282 www.barringtonbrewery.net Would you like to share your opinion of Old Pluto? Submit your review below.

Plank I (Rum Barrel)

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Heavy Seas Beer 4615 Hollins Ferry Road Halethorpe Maryland USA North America (410) 247-7822 www.hsbeer.com Would you like to share your opinion of Plank I (Rum Barrel)? Submit your review below.

Oak Old Flame

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By DuClaw Brewing Company 7000 Arundel Mills Circle Suite R4 Hanover Maryland USA North America (410) 799-1166 www.duclaw.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Oak Old Flame below.

Heavy Seas – Plank I

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Heavy Seas Beer 4615 Hollins Ferry Road Halethorpe Maryland USA North America (410) 247-7822 www.hsbeer.com Have you tried Heavy Seas – Plank I? Share your review by filling out your review below.

Oliver’s Hot Monkey Love

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 11% Brewed By Pratt Street Ale House 206 W. Pratt Street Baltimore Maryland USA North America (410) 244-8900 www.prattstreetalehouse.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Oliver’s Hot Monkey Love? Submit your review below.

Heller Hound Old Ale

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.1% Brewed By Flying Dog Brewery 4607 Wedgewood Blvd Frederick Maryland USA North America (301) 694-7899 http://flyingdogales.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Heller Hound Old Ale by filling out your review below.

Pink’s Peculiar

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By The Pink Elephant Brewery 33 Taylor Pass Rd Belenheim Marlborough New Zealand Oceania +64 (0)3 579 2337 http://homepages.paradise.net.nz/pinkelep/index.html WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Pink’s Peculiar below.

Jerrytall

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.4% Brewed By Against The Grain Brewery & Smokehouse 401 East Main Street Louisville Kentucky USA North America (502) 515-0174 www.atgbrewery.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Jerrytall? Submit your review below.

Kokomonster

Old Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Half Moon Restaurant & Brewery 4051 S Lafountain St Kokomo Indiana USA North America (765) 455-2739 www.halfmoonbrewery.com Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Kokomonster in the below form.

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.