This Red English Barley Wine delivers a sophisticated, multi-layered sensory experience, leaning into its unique color profile with deep ruby hues and a malt-forward character of toasted biscuit and rich toffee. At 9.9% ABV, the collaboration between Torrside and Runaway breweries results in a decadent sipper with a prominent, velvety warmth. The single-hop selection imparts distinct earthy and marmalade-like nuances that provide a firm counterpoint to the sweetness. Dried fruit esters of plum and raisin emerge as the liquid warms, leading into a long, vinous finish. It is a full-bodied, chewy masterpiece that balances traditional British malt depth with refined hop bitterness.
Appearance.Deep ruby-copper with brilliant clarity and a significant depth of color. Pours with a moderate, creamy, off-white head that leaves light lacing. Distinct legs are visible on the glass, indicating high viscosity and alcohol content.
Aroma.High intensity with a rich, malt-forward profile featuring dark toffee, bread crust, and subtle caramel. Moderate fruity esters suggest dried cherries and raisins. The single-hop addition contributes an assertive floral and earthy character with a hint of orange marmalade. Alcohol is present but soft and rounded.
Taste.Initial impression is a rich malty sweetness with layers of biscuit, toasted grain, and dark fruit. Hop flavor is moderate, leaning toward herbal and tea-like notes. The bitterness is firm, providing a necessary balance to the high gravity. The finish is moderately sweet and lingering, with complex alcohol and vinous notes appearing as it breathes.
Mouthfeel.Full-bodied and chewy with a thick, velvety texture. Carbonation is moderate-low, enhancing the beer's weight. A smooth, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present throughout without any harshness or burn.
Sensory Profile.
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Red barley wine single-hopped with Junga, collab with The Runaway Brewery 330ml bottle, 9.9% ABV
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