If youre observing Dry January, the team at GearJunkie —and BeerJunkie —stand in solidarity! Know that well continue reviewing full ABV brews each week so that you can cannonball into February with a full slate of beers to try (#teamwork).

　　This week, our Master of Ceremonies, Paul Pabst, continues the theme of winter beers with the Winter Lager from East Rock Brewing. Renowned for its pizza scene, New Haven, Conn., is no slouch when it comes to the suds. And East Rock brings the winter vibe hard with this lager brewed with cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and orange peel.

　　Bonus review: Watch til the end to get the inside scoop on the hottest places to snag the best za in New Haven. Teaser — its not one of The Big Three!