Description
A Masterful Collaboration of Barrel-Aged Excellence
Firestone XXVIII 2024 Anniversary Ale is the latest installment in the acclaimed Anniversary Ale series, crafted through a harmonious collaboration with renowned winemakers. This super-blend unites seven distinct barrel-aged beers, showcasing the artistry of Firestones aging cellar and the blending expertise of local winemaking visionaries. At 12.7% ABV and 32 IBU, this rich and decadent ale offers an exceptional tasting experience.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Deep ruby in color with a captivating, luxurious hue.
- Aromas: Inviting caramel and bourbon aromas lead, followed by warm notes of speculoos and dark cherry.
- Palate: Decadently smooth with caramel cookie-like flavors enhanced by rye spirit barrel-derived vanilla and hints of oaky spices.
- Finish: A perfect balance of barleywine richness with chocolate stout depth, resulting in a complex and satisfying finish.
What Makes It Special
- Expert Blending: Crafted in collaboration with winemakers Molly Longborg, Kyle Jury, and CC Aguirre, showcasing the artistry of barrel blending.
- Barrel-Aged Components: Features seven meticulously aged components, each contributing its unique character:
- DDBA (9%) Imperial Special Bitter
- Stickee Monkee (37%) Central Coast Quad
- Bravo (28%) Imperial Brown Ale
- Helldorado (4%) Blonde Barleywine
- Velvet Merkin (4%) Milk Stout
- Weldwerks Stout Blend (7%) Imperial Stout
- PaRyebola (11%) Imperial Stout
- Complex and Unique: A bold yet balanced expression of caramel, chocolate, and spice flavors that create a new dimension of barrel-aged beer.
Technical Details
- ABV: 12.7%
- IBU: 32
- Color: 86
- Aging: A blend of seven barrel-aged components
- Style: Anniversary Ale
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