Finally, there may be an explanation as to why Rudolph’s nose is red.

WTOP’s Brennan Haselton is joined by Neighborhood Restaurant Group Beer Director and James Beard Award nominee Greg Engert to talk about Bluejacket Reindeer Games for the latest edition of WTOP’s Beer of the Week.

Quick Facts:

• Brewery: Bluejacket, Washington, D.C.
• Description: An Imperial milk stout loaded with peanut butter, vanilla beans, maple syrup, cinnamon and cocoa nibs.
• ABV: 8.0%
• Greg’s pairing suggestions: Sausages, pork tenderloin, chops and ribs; Root vegetables (like sweet potatoes, parsnips and squash); Sweeter Asian preparations (think teriyaki and Hoisin sauce).

See more Beers of the Week from previous weeks.