riding than Sierra Nevada. The one problem, however, is that Elli took very spotty notes on this beer. In fact, spotty would be kind, as the overall commentary amounted to a couple of comments on the flavor and hoppiness, and that’s about it. I guess this harkens back to some of our previous conversations, where Elli reminded me that “we have to drink a beer for the day, but we don’t have to talk about it.” So since I wasn’t there to harp on her for either talking or not talking, writing down notes or not, she did as she pleased. And, let’s be honest: it was Christmas. I had my family to distract me (which of course means you are all lucky I didn’t write a monograph on Deschutes), while Elli was on the solo tip (although our friends Scott and Heidi had Elli over, so she wasn’t completely 
abandoned). So I understand. Here’s what we’ve got: Celebration Ale has a darker malt than is usual for Sierra Nevada beers, both in aroma and flavor. There is a slight hop aroma, spicy hop flavor in the middle, and strong bitterness at the finish. Amen to that...From the Sierra Nevada website: “The long, cold nights of winter are a little brighter with Celebration® Ale. Wonderfully robust and rich, Celebration® Ale is dry-hopped for a lively, intense aroma. Brewed especially for the holidays, it is perfect for a festive gathering or for a quiet evening at home.”
ABV: 6.8%
IBU: 65
OG: 16° P
FG: 4° P
Malts: 2-row Pale & English Caramel
Bittering Hops: Chinook
Finishing Hops: Cascade & Centennial
Dry Hops: Cascade & Centennial
(12/25/2009)
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