The beer pours a dark copper and amber
in color, with warm, gem-like gleams. There is very little
carbonation and no head. There are a couple of small protein
floaties. The aroma is toffee, butterscotch, oxidized, yellow
raisins, raisins, and sherry. The taste follows the aromas, but adds
in light smokiness, tobacco, and earthiness, getting an almost celery
note. The beer drinks smooth, with a very astringent, almost woody
finish, and lightly bitter. I'm really not sure what to make of this.
I like barleywines, but this is as aged a one as I have had. The oxidation flavors are more than I like.
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