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Barrel-Aged Mexican Cake (Willet)

Westbrook Brewing Co.Spice Beer
ABV: 10.5%
98
Overall
Aroma
12
Flavor
20
Mouthfeel
4
Appearance
3

What Our Panel Thought

Aroma: “Dark chocolate and sweet, fruity peppers, coupled with a very complex barrel character, with hints of vanilla, graham cracker, cinnamon, almond, and sweet tobacco.”

Flavor: “Like the most complex, flavorful chocolate truffle you have ever tasted...milk chocolate, cinnamon, peppers, coffee, vanilla, all supported by a complex yet balanced barrel character. It brings it all together with oak and mild tannins. Just enough sweetness and alcohol lingering on the finish.”

Overall: “Incredible beer on all aspects: barrel character, base beer, and adjuncts. For such a complex beer, the balance is sophisticated and self-assured. Barrel notes of tobacco, coconut provide the perfect accent to any residual sweetness, and the pepper heat is dialed perfectly. Every sip is a rich and luxurious experience. Aces!”

What the Brewers Say

“Mexican Cake—aged in Willett bourbon barrels.”

Max Flavor (October-November 2017)
Review printed in: Max Flavor (October-November 2017)
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Date Reviewed: July 27, 2017