97
Overall
Aroma
12
Flavor
19
Mouthfeel
5
Appearance
3
Lafayette, CO
What Our Editors Thought
“Red licorice, crisp caramel, and a bit of apple skin in the nose. Tight and refined in the flavor, with layered sweet caramel playing against burnt bread crust and deep alligator-charred oak. Full but balanced.”
What Our Panel Thought
“On the nose, some fruit esters and a prominent licorice note. Medium salted caramel with dates, figs, and candied fruitcake morsels on top of a toffee, nutty, and toasted biscuit-malt backbone. Sweet, but spicy alcohol and rich candied fruit provide balance and depth.”
What the Brewers Say
“Aged in a Heaven Hill barrel and finished in a Black Maple Hill barrel.”
Review printed in: From Grain to Class (Spring 2026)
View All IssuesDate Reviewed: December 11, 2025