12 Beers to Christmas

Three years ago, Zoe started a tradition of buying me 12 unique beers to countdown the arrival of Christmas.  Here's a look back to 2009:

Thankfully, I am thrilled to report in 2010, the 12 Beers to Christmas continues!

First up, we are keeping it local: Buckeye Brewing's Mammoth Stout.  This Foreign Stout poured with a one finger head and had hints of carmel on the nose.  I found it very bitter, with tastes of chocolate and roasted malt.  In fact, the roast really travelled all the way to the finish.  I really liked the full bodied mouthfeel too.  A simple no fuss beer which was quite enjoyable on a snowy cold night.

I'm off to a great start.  Roll on the next 11 days!