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North Riding Brewery Barley Wine
English Barleywine 8.7 º
This English Barley Wine, a collaboration between North Riding and Five Towns, presents a deeply evocative sensory profile centered on a complex five-malt grist. Rich, decadent layers of toffee and caramel dominate the palate, supported by a subtle, underlying fruitiness reminiscent of dried figs or marmalade. While the hop profile remains restrained to maintain a malty focus, the light addition of Chinook hops provides a faint, resinous counterpoint that balances the significant residual sweetness. A smooth, well-integrated warmth from the 8.7% ABV enhances the velvety, chewy texture, making it a quintessential sipper. The finish is lingering and lush, defined by opulent malt complexity and a soft, rounded mouthfeel.
Appearance. Deep amber to dark copper with brilliant clarity and ruby highlights. A thin, creamy, off-white head displays moderate retention, leaving slight lacing. Visible viscosity is apparent through legs on the glass.
Aroma. High intensity malt-forward bouquet of rich toffee and burnt caramel. Moderate fruit esters suggesting raisins and orange marmalade are present. Low hop aroma from the Chinook provides a very subtle piney and earthy undertone. Soft, rounded alcohol warmth is detectable but not harsh.
Taste. Initial impression is of intense malty sweetness, featuring layered flavors of bready biscuit, dark toffee, and caramel. Low to moderate bitterness provides enough structure to prevent cloying, though the balance remains firmly toward the malt. Substantial dark fruit character such as plum and date develops mid-palate. The finish is long and moderately sweet with a gentle, warming alcohol presence.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a luscious, velvety texture. Carbonation is low to moderate, contributing to a smooth, mouth-filling sensation. A notable but pleasant alcohol warmth glows in the throat without any fusel sting.
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Otters Tears Barley Wine North Riding Five Towns
Description Barley Wine – North Riding / Five Towns A collaboration brew with Five Towns Bre ...wery, made with five malts and lightly hopped with Chinook, flavours and aromas are toffee and caramel.
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Barley Wine – North Riding / Five Towns
A collaboration brew with Five Towns Brewery, made with five malts and lightly hopped with Chinook, flavours and aromas are toffee and caramel.
Barley Wine – North Riding / Five Towns
A collaboration brew with Five Towns Brewery, made with five malts and lightly hopped with Chinook, flavours and aromas are toffee and caramel.
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