Expert: John Snyder - 10/22/2011

Question
Can you explain the concept of summer and winter beer consumption from the basis of viscosity. I'd also like to know if this seasonal consumption applies to drinking the Vs and X.O forms of cognac.

Answer
Summer and winter beer consumption is basically symbolic.

Life is good again as spring arrives,bringing vitality
summer spending times with friends in the sun,long days,
thus more production of less viscous beer,lagers/light beer/pale ales

Autumn,preparing for winter,gradually wearing warmer gear to keep warm,thus a need for a spike of warmth and deep comfort,thus more production of higher viscosity beers/ales/stouts

I can't answer the Vs and X.O forms of Cognac,my expertise is beer

     John