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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.