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Madison Wine Shop Craft Beer Tasting 4 to 8 p.m.

Beer tastings every Thursday afternoon at 4 p.m. Madison Wine Shop will pick some centered around a theme, or you can let them know what you'd like to try.

Past tastings have included:

Ommegang
Seduction Ale
A big monster brewed with Callebut Chocolate and Cherries from Liefmans brewery in Belgium. Enjoy this after dinner.

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Widmer Brothers
Nelson Imperial IPA 
Big fruity maltiness and medium bodied with firm zingy hops on the finish.
Well balanced at 8.6% ABV.
Try with frozen mozzarella sticks.


Widmer Brothers
Pitch Black IPA
Dark with firm hops and dry, slightly toasty maltiness on the palate.
Drink with a burger.

Ommegang
2009 Three Philosophers
Big and full with two years of age on this bottle. This is a strong Belgian Style ale brewed with cherries. Strong maltiness with a touch of tart fruit in the background.
Try with strong blue cheese. 

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