Miguel found some at the Specs on Westheimer and Old Farm, texted me and 20 minutes later I was 4 bottles richer. Tapped the first one just now after 3 hours in the fridge and 20 minutes in the freezer. For those of you don't keep up... this is the same as Divine Reserve #9.
Just realized I got my numbers mixed up. It's the 11's that were great. What were the number 9's? Quick before I get unlazy and Google it myself.
Yes. Straight from St. Arnold's website. Pumpkinator released Oct. 13th We were hoping for a Friday the 13th but had to settle for Thursday the 13th. Pumpkinator is a big, black, full of spice, full of flavor beer. Originally released in 2009 as Divine Reserve No. 9, it is an imperial pumpkin stout and our answer to how a pumpkin beer ought to taste. This year's version comes in at 10% ABV. It is brewed with a combination of pale two row, caramel and black malts, Cascade and Liberty hops for a background hop flavor, pumpkin for a rich mouthfeel, molasses and brown sugar, and spiced and dry-spiced to make it feel like you just walked into your mom's kitchen while she was cooking 37 pumpkin pies. It is the most expensive beer we have brewed. It is a single batch release and only in 22 oz. bottles (sharing recommended!). It probably won't be on the shelves for too long. This beer is best enjoyed at 50°F or warmer to bring out the spices and round body. Personally we have found it to be the perfect end to a Thanksgiving meal from a flavor standpoint. Some have said it makes relatives more enjoyable too. The labels are dated with 2011 as this beer should age well for those willing to do so. Aging them cold is the best way to do this if you have the ability. If not, time to get a beer fridge!
Someone mail me through the board if you know anywhere that still has it in stock. I had no luck yesterday. Do they only ship 1 batch out?
