Happy Wednesday! Just 13 days until Halloween. Alas this year Halloween is on a Tuesday, so not the best day for Tricks and Treats in my opinion. Nevertheless to help you get into the spirit I invite you to enjoy my latest Pumpkin Ale review!
Wait! Before we begin, set a reminder to watch It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown! tomorrow night on ABC at 7PM CDT. Heck enjoy a Pumpkin Ale during the show.
Now on to the review. This week's pumpkin ale hails from Trader Joe's. It's called KBC Pumpkin Ale, the KBC stands for Kennebunkport Brewing Company. KBC Pumpkin Ale has been featured in the Trader Joe's Fearless Flyer so if you are a fan of their unique take on grocery ads, check it out here.
I quite enjoyed this Pumpkin Ale. You could definitely taste the flavors of fall in this one, i.e, cardamon, cinnamon and cloves (The big 3). It's not a heavy beer so you can enjoy a couple of them and the ABV is under 5 coming in at 4.5. The price point is nice as well, a six pack was under $9.00. KBC Pumpkin Ale is a perfect beer to enjoy with roasted vegetables or a butternut squash soup or even a turkey sandwich. There isn't a bitter aftertaste, and the pumpkin flavors aren't too flowery so this is a good drink to bring along to share at your upcoming Halloween Gatherings.
If you are in the mood to double down, I have a tip I just learned from a friend and artisan crafter, Kim D. (you can learn more about her and her daughter's pottery and crochet art by clicking -Intertwined Art). Kim was recently at a restaurant in the Pittsburgh area where they offer a shot of Whipped Cream Vodka in your Pumpkin Ale! It's the booziest of pumpkin pie experiences. You should probably bookmark this post, this may just be the ticket to get you through a trying Thanksgiving dinner.
Want a recipe that is easy, full of flavor *and* pairs well with this week's Pumpkin Ale? Here you go! Harvest Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner by Mashup Mom Not only is it delicious, it's also inexpensive! ( should be about $2 per serving!)
