'World's Strongest Beer' could give your wallet a hangover

WASHINGTON - In a perfect world, anyone could enjoy this holiday gift.

However, this gift is a beer, and this not your average brew.

Utopias by The Boston Beer Co. claims to be "The World's Strongest Beer."

The beer, which is fermented in old wooden bourbon casks, weighs in at a hefty 27 percent (54 proof) alcohol by volume.

The Boston Beer Co.'s Web site describes Utopias as a "warm, sweet flavor is richly highlighted with hints of vanilla, oak and caramel."

"To me, it has a great body to it, but it's not too aggressive," says Grant Wood, brewmaster with the Boston Beer Co.

While the alcohol content may be strong, the price tag alone might be enough to sober you up. Utopias runs $150 per bottle.

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