91
Overall
Aroma
11
Flavor
18
Mouthfeel
5
Appearance
3
Spokane, WA
What Our Editors Thought
“Shortbread aroma with a bit of whiskey behind it. Down-the-middle caramel flavor with low bitterness and a bit of peanut-brittle fullness.”
What Our Panel Thought
“Burnt caramelized sugar, spirit-soaked. Rich, layered, complex malt and oak profile. Great umami-rich depth. Velvety smooth alcohol throws pleasant floral notes with vanilla accents. Alcohol is smooth and beguiling. Solid caramel. The bourbon is well done at a modest background level that adds complexity.”
What the Brewers Say
“Blend of one-, two-, three-, and four-year-old barleywine aged in Willett bourbon barrels.”
Review printed in: From Grain to Class (Spring 2026)
View IssueDate Reviewed: December 3, 2025