Craftbeer.com is one of my favorite online publications to resource and follow up on all things craft beer.
When I was on their site, I came across an article featuring 12 Christmas craft beers, which, I thought was really cool - and certainly appreciated it because I actually enjoy the holiday blends. However, they touched on an issue that is a bit taboo in the craft beer industry - selling out. I know a lot of people out there who do consider a small brewery who creates a special holiday beer blend to be selling out, but why? Personally, I really enjoy them and appreciate the time and effort... just as the article says, "...it's a tradition." Who doesn't like holiday traditions that taste this good...? Cheers.
https://www.craftbeer.com/craft-beer-muses/12-beers-of-christmas
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