The first beer that I set aside was a Samuel Adams Spring Ale. I think it was sometime in either 2004 or 2005, thus making the beer that I am about to drink at least 7 years old! Most craft brewers suggest that the beer be cooled to 55 degrees farenheit to enjoy the full flavor potential of the beer. I like mine a little bit colder than that, 55 degrees is pretty warm in terms of beer for my tastes. I refridgerated it overnight and then took it out of the fridge to warm back up to about 48 degrees. The label on the bottle neck reads as follows
Samuel Adams Spring Ale celebrates fresh American ale. This rich golden ale, brewed in the Kolsch style, is complex and flavorful, with hand-selected Spalt Spalt and Kent Goldings hops. Welcome spring with family, friends and Samuel Adams Spring Ale. Cheers! - Jim Koch
I remember the ale as one of my first craft beers and I enjoyed it when I originally tried it. Similar to a Witbeir (think Blue Moon) but with more of a crisp hop spiciness to it. There is quite a bit of sediment on the bottom that I will try to not disturb when I pour it.
The first beer that I set aside was a Samuel Adams Spring Ale. I think it was sometime in either 2004 or 2005, thus making the beer that I am about to drink at least 7 years old! Most craft brewers suggest that the beer be cooled to 55 degrees farenheit to enjoy the full flavor potential of the beer. I like mine a little bit colder than that, 55 degrees is pretty warm in terms of beer for my tastes. I refridgerated it overnight and then took it out of the fridge to warm back up to about 48 degrees. The label on the bottle neck reads as follows
