Day 285 Drink: Southern Tier Pumpking

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Southern Tier Brewing is located in Lakewood, N.Y. The company has grown rapidly since being founded in 2002 and its beers have shown up in a variety of markets across the country. It operates the Empty Pint taproom at the brewery and offers Saturday tours.

Southern Tier Pumking is a 9 percent alcohol by volume imperial ale. The beer pours an orange golden color with a moderate head and has a muted spice aroma. The flavor has hints of pumpkin pie, with nutmeg and a bit of vanilla. There is some roasty quality to the brew and perhaps a touch of oak.