Gin Lane Ale

old faithful · Post by **old faithful** » Sat Dec 20, 2008 8:29 pm

This year's version seems to have more roasty dark sweetness than last year's. The beer has the"aged" flavours one expects (fruity, a little Madeira-like) but with seemingly less "green apples" than last year's again. An excellent English-style strong ale, perfect for the season and probably similar to some of the "standing" or keeping beers of Old England.

Gary

lagerale · Post by **lagerale** » Sun Dec 21, 2008 9:55 am

Thanks for the update Gary. I usually only make one trip anually to the Granite and I like to go during the winter when the Gin Lane is available. Looking forward to trying it again this year!

midlife crisis · Post by **midlife crisis** » Fri Dec 26, 2008 8:21 pm

Had some today and agree with Gary's assessment -- this year's version is quite good, a fine old ale for sipping in excellent balance.

wittaker · Post by **wittaker** » Fri Dec 26, 2008 10:22 pm

I loved this year's version. I didn't care for last year's Gin Lane.

SteelbackGuy · Post by **SteelbackGuy** » Sun Dec 28, 2008 10:59 pm

I've been looking forward to being able to try this for some time now. Looks like I'll be in the area on the third weekend of Jan so hopefully they still have it available.