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Boston brewer pushes new limits on extreme beer

Originally published: November 30, 2009 5:34 AM
Updated: November 30, 2009 7:32 AM
By The Associated Press  RUSSELL CONTRERAS (Associated Press Writer)

Quick ReadBoston brewer pushes limits on beer as alcohol content laws change, drinkers seek new flavors

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BOSTON (AP) — It is banned in 13 states and sure doesn't come in a six-pack.

The maker of Samuel Adams beer has released an updated version of its biennial beer Utopias — now the highest alcohol content beer on the market. At 27 percent alcohol by volume and $150 a bottle, the limited release of the brandy-colored Utopias comes as more brewers take advantage of improvements in science to boost...

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