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OPO 74 Brewing Co. Sequela
Barleywine 11 º
Sequela is a majestic English Barley Wine that envelops the senses in a rich tapestry of deep malt and dark fruit. Pouring a brilliant deep amber with ruby highlights, it releases a complex aroma of dark-caramelized sugars, toffee, and dried plums, underscored by a soft, vinous alcohol warmth. On the palate, a decadent wave of Maris Otter bready malt and sweet crystal malt caramelized flavors is beautifully countered by a moderate, earthy English hop bitterness. This full-bodied, chewy winter warmer coats the palate, delivering a velvety, luscious mouthfeel with a gently warming, sherry-like finish that lingers elegantly.
Appearance. Deep amber to dark copper in color with rich ruby highlights and brilliant clarity. Highly viscous, displaying noticeable legs when swirled. Crowning the pour is a low, creamy, off-white head with modest retention, eventually settling into a fine ring.
Aroma. Rich and strongly malty, dominated by deep caramel, toffee, and toasted bread. Prominent dark fruit esters of dark cherry, fig, and raisin emerge, complemented by a soft, rounded alcohol warmth and a subtle, complex oxidation reminiscent of fine sherry. Hop aroma is low, presenting as mild, earthy, and slightly floral.
Taste. Initial impression of intense, multi-layered malty sweetness, showcasing complex flavors of biscuit, dark caramel, and toffee. This is layered with rich dried-fruit esters like prune and raisin. Mid-palate introduces a moderate, earthy English hop bitterness that provides necessary balance against the heavy malt. The finish is moderately sweet and velvety, leaving lingering notes of dark fruit, aged vinous character, and a smooth, warming alcohol presence.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied, chewy, and viscous with a luxurious, velvety texture. Carbonation is low to moderate, keeping the beer smooth on the tongue. A distinct, deep alcohol warmth is present, though smooth and excellently integrated, avoiding any harsh or fusel burn.
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