Drake's Jolly Roger Imperial Red Ale is my kind of pirate poison

Needing something strong to power me through my room cleaning (been at least 6 months), we poured Drake's Jolly Roger. Rumor has it, that Drake's brews a different style of beer every year named "Jolly Roger" and this is their 21st year. If the lore is true, color me impressed. Making a different quality beer every year takes a real mad scientist. I don't know how the other 20 turned out, but this Imperial Red Ale is a tasty.

I wonder who's that handsome bastard?

Imperial = strong (8%), but here it doesn't affect the red ale taste, just makes you warm and fuzzy. This brew is well rounded with earthy, chocolate tones rounding out the flavor profile. This is unique and nicely crafted; welcome to THE ROCK rating.