This modern Old Ale is an opulent, spirit-driven masterpiece, aged for 30 months in a mosaic of Bourbon, Apple Brandy, Rye, and Maple Bourbon barrels. The infusion of toasted coconut provides a unique, airy aromatic lift that balances the beer’s immense gravity. Sensitivities of rich oak and vanilla harmonize with deep malt layers of molasses and treacle. Complex dark fruit notes of fig, raisin, and tart cherry emerge on the palate, shaped by the diverse barrel profile. It presents a refined, vinous character akin to a fine Port, offering a decadent, warming experience designed for slow, contemplative sipping.
Appearance.Deep mahogany to near-black; opaque. Low, tan-colored head with poor retention; visible oily legs from high alcohol and toasted coconut.
Aroma.Intense malt sweetness of molasses and treacle. Pronounced toasted coconut and vanilla from oak maturation. Layered spirit notes of rye, apple brandy, and maple bourbon. Complex dark fruit esters of fig, raisin, and tart cherry with a vinous, sherry-like oxidation.
Taste.Initial luscious malt complexity with toffee and nuttiness. Significant toasted coconut and maple sweetness. Spirituous flavors of bourbon and spicy rye provide depth. Mid-palate dark fruit notes of raisin and fig are lifted by a hint of tart cherry. Finishes long and sweet with balancing oak tannins.
Mouthfeel.Full, viscous, and chewy body. Low carbonation. Pronounced alcohol warmth that is smooth and well-integrated. Creamy, oily texture from coconut; light wood-derived astringency.
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Trillium - Barrel-Aged Threads with Toasted Coconut (750ml, 15.7%, 2019)