Mikkeller Big Worster

Name: Mikkeller Big Worster
Brand: Beer
SKU: 58d0e6cd1603da5a666819d0
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Rating: 3.99 (10096 reviews)

American Barleywine 16.5 º

Mikkeller

This massive American Barleywine from Mikkeller commands attention with its staggering 16.5% ABV and significant oak influence. The sensory experience is dominated by a powerful interplay between a rich, bready, and caramelized malt base and assertive, resinous American hop character. Oak aging contributes nuanced layers of vanilla and toasted wood, which meld into dense dark fruit esters. Despite the extreme gravity, the profile remains balanced by a firm, aggressive bitterness typical of the style. It is a viscous, slow-sipping beer that delivers deep complexity, transitioning from sweet malt and hop oils to a lingering, warming, and slightly tannic finish.

Appearance. Deep amber to burnished copper with ruby highlights. Pours with a thin, off-white head that fades quickly due to high alcohol content. Good clarity with visible legs when swirled.

Aroma. High intensity. Aromas of toasted bread, heavy caramel, and honeyed malt are followed by a bold wave of resinous and citrusy hop notes. Distinctive oak-derived vanilla and dry woodiness integrate with moderate esters of plum and raisin. A clean but potent alcohol presence provides a spicy top note.

Taste. Initial impression is immense malt richness—toasty and bready. This is quickly met by an aggressive hop bitterness and resinous hop flavors. Mid-palate reveals vanilla and tannic structure from the oak. The finish is long and complex, showing lingering hop oils, malt sweetness, and a significant, smooth alcohol warmth.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and exceptionally chewy with a viscous, syrupy texture. Carbonation is low. A strong, radiating alcohol warmth is present throughout, accompanied by a slight oak astringency.

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