(DIR) 2018 Advent Beer Review
        
       Date:   Dec 14, 2018
       Beer:   Founder's Brewing Co - Curmudgeon's Better Half
       Style:  Old Ale
       Source: Grand Rapids, Michigan
       ABV:    12.7%
        
       "Old ale brewed with molasses and aged in maple syrup
        bourbon barrels."
        
 (IMG) Better Half
        
       Founder's is a nationally recognized brewery that's based in my
       hometown of Grand Rapids, MI. Personally I feel that a lot of their
       beers, like their staple All Day IPA, are massively overrated. They
       also charge ridiculous prices for their limited releases but that's
       a rant for another day.
        
       This is the first selection in the advent calender to break the 10%
       ABV mark. It's also one of the thickest and richest beers that I've
       ever tried. The molasses flavor comes out quick and compliments the
       barrel aged ale nicely. I can sense the maple syrup adding to the
       overall flavor profile but it's not notable on its own. I'm drinking
       this slowly and in tiny sips. I love it though, it's a great beer
       to crack open when I'm sitting home alone in the dark.
        
       - Would I buy it again? Yes
       - How much could I drink in one night? One bottle would last me
         all night.