Althaia Siroco

Name: Althaia Siroco
Brand: Beer
SKU: 5af17ae61603da9e3e8b45a3
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.82 (629 reviews)

American Barleywine 9.5 º 68 IBU

Althaia

Althaia Siroco is a sophisticated English Barley Wine that bridges the gap between traditional British malt depth and assertive American hopping. Three months of whisky barrel aging imparts a complex oak character to its brilliant copper body, which flashes with ruby highlights. The sensory journey is led by an intense malt backbone of rich caramel and toffee, seamlessly integrated with prominent hop notes and a subtle vinous quality. This succulent, full-bodied ale offers a velvety texture and a lingering, well-integrated warmth, reflecting its maritime-inspired strength and the sophisticated influence of the spirit-soaked wood.

Appearance. Copper to deep amber with brilliant clarity and prominent ruby highlights. Pours with a creamy, off-white head showing moderate retention. High viscosity is evident through a marked tear or 'legging' on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity with a rich, bready, and toasty malt foundation featuring deep caramel and toffee notes. Assertive hop character presents earthy and resinous qualities. Moderate dark fruit esters like plum and raisin are complemented by whisky-derived oak, vanilla, and soft spirit notes.

Taste. Initial impression of intense malty sweetness with biscuit and deep caramel layers. A firm hop bitterness provides balance, persisting into a complex finish. Barrel aging contributes oak tannins and a whisky-soaked wood character. Mid-palate reveals dried fruit and a slight oxidative, vinous quality. The finish is moderately dry with lingering hop flavor and smooth alcohol warmth.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a luscious, velvety texture. Carbonation is moderate. A significant but smooth alcohol warmth is present on the palate, which is well-integrated and avoids harshness.

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