Croma Wowl (Barrel Aged)

Name: Croma Wowl (Barrel Aged)
Brand: Beer
SKU: 61eaa1ba1603da99641c21a7
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.43 (132 reviews)

Barleywine 12 º

Croma Beer Co.

This barrel-aged English Barley Wine showcases a masterful integration of traditional English malt character and American oak. It presents a decadent sensory profile dominated by dulce de leche, toffee, and honey, supported by a sturdy foundation of caramel and biscuit malts. The maturation in cachaça-seasoned barrels imparts distinct layers of toasted coconut and fragrant vanilla, which soften the substantial 12% ABV into a sophisticated, warming presence. Intense notes of dried fruits, such as raisins and figs, emerge as the beer warms, creating a harmonious and complex profile that balances deep malt sweetness with a refined, spirit-forward woody depth.

Appearance. Deep amber to dark brown with brilliant ruby highlights. Low, off-white head with limited retention. Displays high viscosity with visible legs on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity featuring rich toffee, caramel, and honey malt notes. Pronounced dried fruit esters like raisin and date are present. The American oak contributes strong vanilla and toasted coconut, accompanied by a soft, rounded alcohol character and a faint earthy hop hint.

Taste. Initial impression is of deep, multi-layered malt sweetness including dulce de leche and biscuit. Significant dried fruit flavors of fig and prune develop mid-palate. Barrel aging adds rich vanilla, coconut, and a light woody tannin. Bitterness is moderate but balanced toward the malt. The finish is long, lingering, and moderately sweet with complex notes of aged spirit.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a velvety, luscious texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. Significant alcohol warmth is present but remains smooth and well-integrated.

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