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2025--BEER #24: Sugar Cookie (Ellicottville Brewing Co.)

12/24/2025

Twas the night before Christmas
As our beer advent comes to an end
I hope you all enjoyed
With you family and friends.

Thank you to Jeff
for this twenty fourth beer
Get your cookies for Santa
and carrots for the Reindeer.

Sugar Cookie (5.6%) is our drink
Vanilla and biscuit are the flavors
Celebrate with loved ones
For the birth of our Savior.

Ellicottville Brewing
is the company that brews
this tasty treat before Christmas
in the glass that you choose.

A big thank you to all
for each comment and pic
Not a creature is stirring
As we wait for Saint Nick.

I appreciate you all
and hope you had fun
With that here's a wish
Merry Christmas, everyone!

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2025--BEER #23: DDH Punge (Tired Hands Brewing Co.)

12/23/2025

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Thank you to Trey for providing beer number 23 of the advent before we hit the big Christmas Eve day tomorrow! DDH Punge is a hazy double IPA weighing in with an impressive 8.3% ABV created by Tired Hands Brewing Company. This beer is brewed with Nelson and Mantueka hops and boasts flavors of dank pine, ripe pinapple, cotton candy grapes, tangerine, and mango. A perfect beer for Christmas Eve Eve.

Tired Hands Brewing Company located in Ardmore, PA opened up in 2012 and has won many awards and received many accolades as a brewery.

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2025--BEER #22: Christmas Ale (Great Lakes Brewing Co.)

12/22/2025

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Thank you to Mark aka Daddy Cam for providing beer number 22 of the advent! Christmas Ale from Great Lakes Brewing Company is a 7.5% Winter Ale brewed with Mt. Hood and Cascade hops. Flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and sweet honey make this a classic beer for the holiday season. The Christmas final countdown is down to the last few days!

Great Lakes Brewing Company has been operating and making delicious beer since 1988 out of Cleveland, Ohio. This year Christmas Ale is celebrating a 33 year brewed run!

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2025--BEER #21: Storm King (Victory Brewing Co.)

12/21/2025

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Thank you to Tyler Baker (yes, I know its me) for providing beer number 21 of Bearded Baker Brewstravaganza. This is the second beer in the advent from Victory Brewing Company. Storm King comes in strong as a 9.1% ABV imperial stout. A thunderous hop presence mixed with massive espresso and dark chocolate flavors give this imperial stout its superb taste. Enjoy this for the late wrapping nights as we are only a few days away from Christmas!

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2025--BEER #20: Denogginizer (Drake's Brewing Co.)

12/20/2025

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Thank you Wayne for beer number 20 of the advent. Denogginizer is 9.75% ABV Double IPA from Drake's Brewing Company. Brewed with dank, sticky, west coast hops gives the big bold resinous hop monster its kick! Too many of these and you may bump your "Denoggin." A tasty beer for some final days of wrapping gifts and spending time together with family and friends.

Drake's Brewing Company first opened in an old Dodge dealership in San Leandro, California. Denogginizer was first produced in 2004 and has since become one of their best selling beers.

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2025--BEER #19: Colonel Forbin (Well Crafted Beer Co.)

12/19/2025

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Thank you to Ron and Margie for providing beer number 19 of the advent. Colonel Forbin is a 7.2% ABV West Coast IPA from Well Crafted Beer Company. This beer is brewed with pale malt blended with Cascade, Comet, Columbus, and Simcoe hops and paired with candied citrus and resinous pine. This refreshing IPA is a great way to kick off the last weekend until Christmas!

Well Crafted Beer Company first opened in 2018 and is located in Landsale, PA. They have since opened a second location in Ambler, PA. The name originated from the original well water used when the brewery was just beginning. The brewery has evolved after many studies of ingredients and the use of conditioned water for each beer.

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2025--BEER #18: Everything Nice (Brewery Ommegang)

12/18/2025

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Thank you to Tyler Boger for beer number 18 of the advent. Everything Nice is a 9% ABV Belgian Golden Ale from Brewery Ommegang. Seasonal spices give this beer the flavors of nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and white pepper. Pair those flavors with citra hops and caramel malt, and this holiday drink will surely warm you up by the fire next to those chestnuts.

Ommegang Brewery started in 1997 and is located in upstate Cooperstown, New York. Local Belgian Brewer paired with entrepreneurs Don and Wendy to open a Farmstead Brewery in a place once known as Nova Belgium. The brewery continues to grow and expand today and even paired with HBO's hit show, Game of Thrones, for some flavors and bottles inspired by the show.

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2025--BEER #17: IPA (Peak Organic Brewing Co.)

12/17/2025

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Thank you to Heather for beer number 17 of the advent! IPA from Peak Organic Brewing Company is a 7.1% ABV American IPA. It is brewed with Simcoe, Amarillo, and Nugget hops which provide a hop forward flavor with citrus and floral characteristics. As gift wrapping continues this holiday, be sure not to "peak!"

Peak Organic Brewing Company is located in Portland, Maine. They are a company that looks for the freshest local ingredients to support farmers in the local community.

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2025--BEER #16: Pennsylvania Lager (Troegs Independent Brewing)

12/16/2025

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Thank you to Nick M. for providing beer number 16 of the advent. Pennsylvania Lager is a new edition to the Troegs lineup of year-round beers! This thirst quenching 5% ABV beer is both crisp and refreshing. It is brewed with 100% malted barley and German noble hops to give it a clean malt flavor. Grab a couple of friends and a couple of Lagers and enjoy the last few days of Bearded Baker Brewstravaganza 2025!

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2025--BEER #15: Flannel Weather Pink (New trail Brewing Co.)

12/15/2025

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Thank you Gordon for beer number 15 in the advent! Flannel Weather Pink is a New Zealand style Hazy Double IPA. Weighing in with an impressive 9% ABV, this beer is brewed with New Zealand hops with tastes of tropical citrus and white wine minerality. Each sale of Flannel Weather Pink has a portion donated to Girlz In The Hoodie scholarship fund supporting senior students who have a parent battling breast cancer or are in remission. Enjoy this beer with your loved ones as we enter the final full week of Christmas shopping season!

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2025--BEER #14: Linebacker BRU (new trail Brewing Co.)

12/14/2025

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Thank you to Char for beer number 14 in the advent! Linebacker BRU is a hazy IPA brewed solely with Citra hops for a taste filled with citrus. This 5.5% beer was originally brewed exclusively for Beaver Stadium to celebrate the Nittany Lions. Seeing as it is NFL week 15 on this football Sunday, be sure to enjoy this football inspired hazy IPA with your friends and family!

New Trail Brewing Company was founded in 2018 out of Williamsport, PA by friends Dave, Charles, Tony, and Mike. Recognized as one of the fastest growing breweries in 2022, you'll be sure to find these outdoor-inspired beers on a shelf or on draught near you!

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2025--BEER #13: Chocolate Elf (Troegs Independent Brewing)

12/13/2025

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Thank you Trent for beer number 13 this Christmas advent season. Chocolate Elf is a Belgian Strong Dark Ale from Troegs Brewing Company. With a flavor profile combining notes of cacao, sweet cream, and cherries, mixed with a hint of that holiday spice, this 8.7% dessert in glass is sure to be enjoyed with other friendly elves. Chocolate Elf was originally an "in house blend" by mixing a Nitro Chocolate Stout and Mad Elf. After the Nitro Chocolate Stout was discontinued, Troegs released Grand Cacao, a chocolate milk stout. Guests were then able to create the "in house blend" of Grand Cacao and Mad Elf. This is the first year of the true blend, Chocolate Elf, that is canned for home enjoyment or on draught at the brewery.

Troegs Brewing Company was founded in 1997 by brothers, John and Chris Trogner in Harrisburg, PA. They are now currently located in Hershey, PA since 2011. The name Troegs was created by combining their last name and the word kroeg, which is the Flemish word for pub.

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2025--BEER #12: Santa!! I know Him! (Evil Genius Beer Co.)

12/12/2025

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Thank you Ken for beer number 12 of the advent! Santa!! I Know Him! is a Farmhouse Ale made by the Evil Genius Beer Company. This Saison 7.2% beer is brewed with rose hips, chamomile, black currants, and dark candy syrup. Turn on some Buddy the Elf and enjoy this beer as we are at the midway point of Bearded Baker Brewstravaganza!

Evil Genius was founded in 2011 by friends, Luke and Trevor from Villanova University. Known for their "silly names for serious beers," Evil Genius infuses pop-culture and creativity into their flavorful beers.

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2025--BEER #11: Back to Bitter (Creature Comfort Brewing Co.)

12/11/2025

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Thank you Nick for beer number 11 of the advent! Back to Bitter is a West Coast Style IPA from Creature Comfort Brewing Company. This beer is 7.1% ABV has a piney citrus flavor as it is dry hop forward with a bitter bite. Bitter is simply only in the name and flavor of this beer as the Christmas spirit is alive.

Creature Comfort Brewing Company opened in 2014 and is located in Athens, GA. Their mission is to give back, help local communities, and produce delicious tasting beers.

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2025--BEER #10: Oats and Joes (Pour man's Brewing Co.)

12/10/2025

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Thank Melissa for providing beer number 10 of the advent! Oats and Joes is an oatmeal stout from Pour Man's Brewing Company. The 7% ABV beer is brewed five different kids of malt and oats that is elevated with cold brew coffee. The prominent flavor of smooth coffee paired with chocolate is a great way to end the day as we climb into to double digit advent days!

Pour Man's Brewing Company is a microbrewery located in Ephrata, PA. Sam and Ryan opened the doors in 2018 after years of homebrewing. They focus on crafting quality beer for the local community and beyond.

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2025--BEER #9: Red Sweater (Founders Brewing Co.)

12/9/2025

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Thank you to Cori for providing this Red Sweater on this chilly day! Red Sweater is. a Red IPA from Founders Brewing Company. This beer combines pine and grapefruit meshed with a red malt. Refreshingly smooth with a little bite describes this 6.5% ABV beer. This beer is sure to wrap you in warmth as we continue to head closer to Christmas.

Founders Brewing Company opened in 1997 out of Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1997. Founders Mike and Dave continue to expand year after year. Founders is one of the most recognized breweries with some of the most recognized beers around the world.

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2025--BEER #8: Very Merry Monkey (Victory Brewing Co.)

12/8/2025

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Thank you to Brandon and Maddy for the beer on advent day 8! Very Merry Monkey is a Belgian-Style Tripel from Victory Brewing Company. This delectable 9.5% beer carries notes of cranberry, orange peel, cinnamon, and nutmeg. After a few of these treats, you'll be certain to get into some monkey business.

Good friends Bill and Ron opened Victory Brewing Company over 29 years ago in Downingtown, PA. They have since opened two satellite locations in Charlotte, NC, and Center City Philadelphia.

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2025--BEER #7: Day Rider (South County Brewing Co.)

12/7/2025

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Thank you to Matt for beer number 6 of the advent! Day Rider is a 4.2% ABV session IPA from South County Brewing Company. Day Rider is a refreshing blend of lemon, citrus, peach, pear, stonefruit, melon, and grapefruit. As the saying goes, you can't day drink, unless you start early and Day Rider is a great day drinking beer.

South County Brewing Company started in 2011 and opened a giant 13 acre location in York, PA in 2022.

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2025--BEER #6: 2x Juice Jolt (Souther Tier Brewing Co.)

12/6/2025

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Happy College Football Conference Championship Saturday and beer advent day number 6! Thank you to John for providing today's beer, 2X Juice Jolt from Southern Tier Brewing Company! 2X Juice Jolt is our second beer from Souther Tier. This Double IPA weighs in with a solid 9.5% ABV and is brewed Mosaic, Citra, Idaho 7, Simcoe, HBC630, Amarillo, and CTZ hops. This juicy beer is sure to brighten up the day!

Southern Tier continues to make delicious beers for all to enjoy for over 22 years!

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2025--BEER #5: Cookie Exchange Milk Stout-Berry Jam Thumbrprint (great Lakes Brewing Co.)

12/5/2025

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Thank you Becca and Chris for providing beer number 5! Cookie Exchange Milk Stout-Berry Jam Thumbprint is caramel colored 5.5% ABV treat made by Great Lakes Brewing Company. Cookie Exchange is brewed with lactose, vanilla extract, and berry concentrate. This malty, berry treat will surely have Santa leaving extra presents under the tree and year.

Great Lakes Brewing Company opened in Cleveland Ohio in 1988. A brewery that serves the Ohio area and neighboring states with a proud tradition of creating great beer.

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2025--BEER #4: Wolf & Sheep (Ever Grain Brewing Co.)

12/4/2025

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On the 4th day of Advent, we receive a Wolf & Sheep beer from Richard (#RichardPopTop). Thank you Richard for this delicious beer! Wolf & Sheep is a New England Hazy IPA from Ever Grain Brewing Company. This hazy surprise is 7.2% ABV and brewed with Mosaic, Strata, Galaxy, and Nelson hops that supply a subtly juicy, yet tropical wave of flavors.

Ever Grain was opened in 2016 by friends Norm and Larry in Camp Hill, PA. The Ever Grain taproom is an indoor/outdoor adventure that is perfect for family, friends, and camaraderie. Creativity is at the heart of the Ever Grain's success.

Be sure to tune into Bearded Baker Banter, the sports podcast tomorrow for episode 147 to hear the BEARDS discuss this tasty beer!

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2025--BEER #3: 2XMAS (Southern Tier Brewing Co.)

12/3/2025

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The sun is shining on the shimmering snow for Bearded Baker Brewstravaganza day 3. Thank you to Caleb for providing this beer! 2XMAS is a spiced double ale from Southern Tier Brewing Company. This winter favorite has an 8% ABV and blends together figs, orange peels, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, and ginger. This beer is sure to keep you warm on a chilly day.

Southern Tier Brewing Company located in Lakewood, New York, was founded in 2002 by Phin and Sara DeMink and prides itself on creativity, questioning, and action for creating new and innovative beers. They have several satellite locations that are located in Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Charlotte, and Buffalo.

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2025--BEER #2: Cape May IPA, Coastal Evacuation, Merry & Brite, or Honey Porter (Cape May Brewing Co.)

12/2/2025

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Welcome to day 2 of Bearded Brewstravaganza. Thank you Eric for providing today's advent beer selection! Today's beer is a mixed bag of beers, as all of the options come from Cape May Brewing Company, but you will have one of the four different options in for your enjoyment.

Cape May IPA carries a 6.3% ABV. It is an American IPA and packed with some floral and citrus notes.

Coastal Evacuation is a Double IPA that weighs in with an 8% ABV. Brewed with centennial hops, this beer packs a sweet, but smooth punch.

Honey Porter is a an English Porter with an ABV of 5.4%. This robust brown porter has a hint of honey, but malty finish.

Merry & Brite is a West Coast-style, 7.5% ABC beer that is brewed with centennial, cascade, and chinook hops. The amber colored beer has a piney, yet citrusy flavor profile.

Cape May Brewing Company is located in Cape May, New Jersey in 2011. The brewery has a large area for indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a sour room with active fermenting barrels!

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2025--BEER #1: Shiner Holiday Cheer (Spoetzl Brewery)

12/1/2025

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Happy Advent season and welcome to Bearded Baker Brewstravaganza 2025. Thank you Jason for providing beer number 1 in this year’s advent. Beer number 1 is the Shiner Holiday Cheer from Spoetzl Brewery. Spoetzl (Shiner) Brewery opened in 1909 and is located in Shiner Texas. Shiner has received many awards over the years for their variety of beers. In 2013, Shiner Holiday Cheer won a bronze at the Australian International Beer Awards.

Shiner Holiday Cheer is a Bavarian-style dark wheat ale also known as Dunkelweizen. The 5.4% beer is brewed with peaches and pecans, then enhanced with malted barley and wheat which gives this smooth beer its subtle fruity taste. This Holiday Cheer ensures an excellent start to the holiday season!

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