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Barrique Brewing and Blending Peach Barrel Heads
Other Styles 6.7 º
Peach Barrel Heads is a masterfully blended Brett Beer, harmonizing four distinct casks—an orange wit, saison, imperial saison, and sour blonde—into a tapestry of stone fruit complexity. The sensory profile is dominated by the vibrant essence of Tennessee-grown Olivia, Indian Blood, Challenger, and White peaches, offering a spectrum from fuzzy skin to juicy flesh. An inviting funk of wet hay and earthy Brettanomyces integrates with the bright acidity of the sour blonde components. The resulting beer is nuanced and soft, balancing a delicate sweetness against a rustic, barrel-aged character that celebrates the diverse textures of the peach.
Appearance. Deep gold to soft orange with a hazy, radiant glow (SRM 5-7). Features a moderate white head with fair retention and delicate lacing.
Aroma. High intensity aromatics of fresh-sliced peach, peach skin, and nectarine. Subtle notes of orange peel and coriander emerge from the witbier base, layered over a rustic Brettanomyces character of hay, light leather, and damp earth. No significant malt aroma beyond a whisper of cracker-like grain.
Taste. The initial impression is a burst of ripe, multi-dimensional peach flavor—floral white peach and tart Indian Blood varieties. A firm but approachable lactic acidity from the sour blonde blend provides structure. Mid-palate reveals saison-driven esters of pear and a touch of peppery spice, finishing with a lingering, funky earthiness and a soft, fruit-focused sweetness.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a soft, rounded texture. Carbonation is moderate to high, providing a prickly effervescence that cleanses the palate. Very light alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated.
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