Alesong Brewing & Blending Maestro

13.9%

We’ve been anxiously awaiting the return of Maestro since our 2021 vintage sold out and are pleased to say that this fourth vintage of our beloved English-style barleywine may be our finest to date! Aged in freshly emptied Heaven Hill bourbon barrels, we love the expression of bourbon and oak in this rich and decadent beer. Begin your experience with scintillating aromas of toffee, vanilla, and spice, before diving headfirst into a luscious liquid caramel that evolves as it warms in your glass. As with past vintages of Maestro, we believe this beer will age gracefully, so put one aside to drink in another 6 months or a year… if you’ve got the will power to save it!

-Alesong

The Maestro was aged in freshly emptied Heaven Hill Bourbon barrels and pours a deep, rich, amber to mahogany color with a moderately thick cream-colored head. The aromas that seem to jump out of the glass are of pronounced bourbon notes – caramel, vanilla, charred oak, and hints of leather accompanied by the robust malty and brown sugar notes of this English-style barleywine. There’s also a healthy dose of toffee and dark fruit, recalling...