3 Floyds Brewing Behemoth

Name: 3 Floyds Brewing Behemoth
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6971faec1603daf992731a4b
Rating: 4.02 (16962 reviews)

American Barleywine 10.5 º 80 IBU

3 Floyds Brewing Company

Behemoth is a formidable American Barleywine that captures the aggressive, hop-forward spirit of 3 Floyds. It pours a deep, brilliant copper with a rich, malty foundation of complex caramel and toasted bread. The sensory profile is defined by a massive collision of assertive American hops—throwing off intense notes of citrus zest and sticky pine resin—against a backdrop of dark fruit esters. On the palate, the decadent malt sweetness is balanced by a firm, lingering bitterness and significant alcohol warmth. This full-bodied winter seasonal offers a velvety, chewy texture that makes it an ideal sipper for the coldest months.

Appearance. Deep amber to burnished copper with brilliant clarity and ruby highlights. Supports a moderately large, creamy off-white head with good retention and thick lacing. High viscosity is apparent through noticeable legs.

Aroma. High intensity with a complex blend of rich caramel, toasted bread, and honeyed malt. Assertive hop aromas of grapefruit peel, resinous pine, and dried orange are prominent. Moderate fruity esters suggesting dark cherry and plum accompany a clean, noticeable alcohol presence.

Taste. Initial impression of massive malty sweetness and complex caramel. Immediately met by aggressive hop bitterness and flavors of resin and citrus pith. Fermentation adds moderate esters of dried fruit. The finish is long and warming with a lingering balance of sweet malt and sharp bitterness that prevents the beer from becoming cloying.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and exceptionally chewy with a velvety, luscious texture. Carbonation is moderate. A smooth, significant alcohol warmth is present throughout but remains well-integrated without any harsh solvent character.

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