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Mikkeller Brewing San Diego Øl Fashioned
American Barleywine 11.6 º
This American Barleywine offers a complex sensory profile inspired by its namesake cocktail. A robust foundation of toasty, bready malts is transformed by extensive aging in bourbon, orange, and spiced cherry bitters barrels. High-intensity aromas of vanilla, charred oak, and boozy bourbon intermingle with bright orange zest and dark, spiced cherry. The palate is decadently full-bodied and chewy, delivering waves of caramel sweetness and assertive American hop bitterness that balances the rich, spirituous warmth. Subtle notes of cinnamon and clove from the bitters barrels emerge in the finish, alongside a lingering, velvety resonance of dark fruit and oak, making for a sophisticated sipping experience.
Appearance. Deep copper to medium brown (16-18 SRM) with prominent ruby highlights. Moderately low, off-white head with poor retention and light lacing, showing visible legs. Excellent clarity.
Aroma. High intensity. Rich toasted malt, caramel, and light toffee are layered with dominant barrel notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and bourbon. Distinctive citrusy orange peel and dark cherry aromatics from the bitters barrels are present, accented by light cinnamon and clove spices. Low fruity esters.
Taste. Bold initial impression of sweet caramel and bready malt followed by bourbon-soaked oak and vanilla. Firm, aggressive bitterness provides a necessary counterpoint to the malt richness. Flavors of bright orange zest and tart cherry bitters add layers of complexity. The finish is warming and long, transitioning from initial malty sweetness to a drier, resinous, and spicy aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and viscous with a chewy, luscious, and velvety texture. Alcohol warmth is prominent yet smooth and well-integrated. Carbonation is low to moderate.
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