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Strange Companion Gilded Faces
Barleywine 10.2 º
This English Barley Wine offers a decadent sensory journey, leading with a deep mahogany hue and viscous legs. The aroma is a rich tapestry of English malt—think toffee and toasted biscuit—interwoven with the spice-forward allure of tonka, reminiscent of vanilla and almond. On the palate, the 10.2% ABV provides a velvety warmth that carries flavors of dried figs and dates, while the addition of walnuts adds a distinct earthy nuttiness and a hint of tannic structure. A smooth, lingering sweetness is balanced by subtle earthy hop notes, finishing with a complex, spirit-like depth and a luxurious, chewy mouthfeel.
Appearance. Deep copper to mahogany (18-22 SRM) with ruby highlights; low, tan-colored head with minimal retention; excellent clarity and visible legs upon swirling due to high gravity.
Aroma. High intensity; rich bready and toffee-like malt character; prominent tonka notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and almond; moderate dark fruit esters like raisin and prune; subtle earthy nuttiness from walnuts; soft, rounded alcohol presence.
Taste. Initial impression is a wave of rich, multi-layered malty sweetness; flavors of biscuit and dark caramel dominate the mid-palate, joined by complex tonka-derived spice; walnut provides a savory, nutty depth; moderate bitterness from English hops provides balance; finish is moderately sweet and warming with lingering dark fruit and vinous notes.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a velvety, luscious texture; low to moderate carbonation; significant but smooth alcohol warmth without burn; very slight walnut-derived tannin adds structure.
Sensory Profile.
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