It’s that time of year again. Around Seattle, it’s a sure sign that winter is coming. When Maritime Pacific Brewing releases Jolly Roger Christmas Ale, you know the cold and dark season is right around the corner. It’s a tradition. Something you can count on. Something that does not change in the ever-changing world of beer.
But hold on. This year, Jolly Roger is going to look a little bit different.
“Jolly Roger sports a solid 9.5 percent ABV and a 55 IBU, but remains, as always, an eminently drinkable holiday brew,” said the release announcement from the brewery. “For the 2020 holiday season, Maritime is releasing Jolly Roger in a brand new format. Look for the unmistakable emblem of Skull and Crossed Bones with a Santa’s Hat in the new, easy-to-carry four-packs of 16-ounce cans.”
Look for the 2020 version of Jolly Roger, sold in 16-ounce cans, at most local markets, convenience stores, bottleshops, and many local pubs. Also, look for it at select Costco locations.
If there’s anything that doesn’t need to be packaged in larger formats it’s a 9.5% beer but I guess if you’re begging for bright cans you’ll take what you get.
While I prefer bottles, cans are fine. Just wondering about that 25+% price increase over the bottled versions.