Point 2012 Black Ale

Review Date 5/25/2010  By John Staradumsky

           

So I have this bet with my son, and before you think I'm trying to take advantage of him, you should know that this was all his idea. You see, he has this firm conviction that the world's going to end in December of 2012. I, of course, don't believe that the Mayans could possibly see how and when the world would end; they didn't even predict that their own demise would occur long before 2012. Still, my son is so sure that they got this right that he eagerly accepted a $1000 bet I suggested on the subject. Of course, if he's right he won't be around to collect his winnings, while if I'm right, I'll score a nice little payday on January 1st, 2013.

Regardless of whether or not the world is really doomed, one thing's for sure: in the meantime, we both can enjoy a tall cool glass of Point 2012 Black Ale, a new beer from the historic Steven's Point Brewery of Steven's Point, Wisconsin. Here's what the brewery says about Point 2012 Black Ale:

Thousands of years ago the ancient Mayans of Central America developed a "Long-Count" round calendar that ends ominously on December 21, 2012.  Some predict this symbolizes the end of time as we know it.  Inspired by this mystery, we offer Point 2012 Black Ale to help contemplate this 'end of time' or perhaps a 'new beginning.'  Dark rich roasty and complex, Point 2012 Black Ale is hand-crafted with Pale, Munich, and Roasted Malts with Cluster, Saaz, and Cascade hops for the robust flavor and finish.  Enjoy -- while there's still time.

Point 2012 is the latest in several new beers I've spotted from the historic Steven's Point brewery (a pale ale and wit beer are also on tap for beer lovers). The company has also released a pale bock and imperial stout, and it's great to see the company expanding it's line. The Steven's Point brewery is one of America's oldest, tracing it's history back to 1857.

Point 2012 Black Ale pours to a jet black color with a thick creamy head formation and a rich and enticing chocolate nose. Taking a sip, I immediately love the immense roastiness of this beer: it’s big on the chocolate and coffee, but still smooth and creamy simultaneously. Sweet molasses comes through, too, and a hint of Spicy all sorts  licorice.  

They call this a black ale, and what’s that if not a porter? At least that’s what I’m reminded of here, and the strongly roasty, slightly tart and moderately bitter hop finish all add to that perception.

I like this one a lot. It’s a delightful little dark malty ale, and a real bargain at just $6.99 a six-pack. But better get some soon, before the world ends.  The clock is ticking towards 2012, after all, and what better way to go out than with a beer in your hand?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Glad I tried it?  T

Would I rebuy it??

 

*Pricing data accurate at time of review or latest update. For reference only, based on actual price paid by reviewer.

(B)=Bottled, Canned

(D)=Draft





 

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