91
Overall
Aroma
11
Flavor
19
Mouthfeel
3
Appearance
3
Chicago, Illinois
What Our Editors Thought
“The strawberry nose for a barleywine is odd, yet strangely compelling. It shouldn’t work, but it does. The sip pulls these disparate threads together in a strange yet beautiful combination of caramel malt and phenolic strawberry love.”
What Our Panel Thought
“Who puts strawberry in a barleywine? But wait, it works! The aroma is equal parts strawberry preserves and whiskey with hints of vanilla, caramel, and leather. The strawberry tartness and sweetness complements the roast, caramel, and vanilla notes.”
What the Brewers Say
“A blend of bourbon and rye whiskey barrel English barleywines aged 18 months provides a base for the delicate nuances of fresh strawberry.”
Review printed in: Hops, Yeast, Water, Malt (Feb-Mar 2020)
View All IssuesDate Reviewed: January 18, 2020