Samuel Smith Winter Welcome Ale

Name: Samuel Smith Winter Welcome Ale
Brand: Beer
SKU: 527f4e51d187e40109001774
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.52 (56371 reviews)

English Pale Ale 6 º 32 IBU

Samuel Smith

Samuel Smith Winter Welcome Ale is a festive Winter Seasonal Beer that captures the essence of the holidays through a sophisticated, malt-forward profile. Fermented in traditional Stone Yorkshire Squares, it exhibits a luxurious, full body with a deep amber hue. The aromatic profile is led by toasted malt and a bouquet of seasonal spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of peppery spice. Earthy Fuggle and Golding hops provide a refined counterpoint to the rich caramel sweetness. Each sip delivers a balanced complexity of dark sugars and warming spices, concluding with a clean, sparkling finish that lingers with a gentle, spicy bitterness.

Appearance. Deep amber to copper (SRM 12–16). Brilliant clarity with a creamy, off-white, persistent head and fine-beaded lacing.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity featuring toasted malt and rich caramel. Distinct seasonal spice notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a peppery tingle are prominent. Subtle earthy and floral hop notes from Fuggle and Golding varieties are well-integrated with low fruity esters.

Taste. Initial impression of sweet caramel and toasted malt richness. Spicy flavors of nutmeg, cinnamon, and pepper emerge mid-palate, supported by the earthy hop character of Golding and Fuggle. Bitterness is moderate and clean, balancing the malt sweetness without being aggressive. The finish is warming and slightly spicy with a lingering, balanced aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a creamy, smooth texture characteristic of Yorkshire Square fermentation. Moderate carbonation provides a gentle sparkle. A light, supportive alcohol warmth is present without being hot.

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