Samuel Adams (or, Boston Beer Co) is *the* [largest American-owned brewery in the U.S.][1] (since the Anheuser-Busch-InBev marriage) but that doesn’t mean they don’t brew a good beer. I have always enjoyed Sam Adams Boston Lager and their seasonal Winter Lager is a fine example of a really decent beer. It’s a darker than average lager (I’d like to give a better description, but it was dark, and the cups were blue [thank you DH]) and certainly heavier in taste. It has a really nice rich malty flavor with a little hint of hops. It’s slightly sweet and has a pretty smooth finish (I’d say this would be a good session beer aside from the slightly higher ABV). Overall, a very enjoyable beer and one that is perfect on a cold winter Sunday on the couch, watching the tube.

[1]: http://www.ibabuzz.com/beer/2008/07/15/sam-adams-is-now-the-largest-american-owned-brewer-top-craft-brewers-in-2007-the-list/