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Old Blarney Barleywine – Brandy Barrel Aged

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By Moylan’s Brewery 15 Rowland Way Novato California USA North America (415) 898-4677 www.moylans.com The dude abides. Does Old Blarney Barleywine – Brandy Barrel Aged? Submit your review below.

Old Blarney Barleywine – Heaven Hills Barrel Aged

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Moylan’s Brewery 15 Rowland Way Novato California USA North America (415) 898-4677 www.moylans.com The human brain only operates as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we know, kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. So, regular […]

Old Blarney Barleywine – Port Barrel Aged

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By Moylan’s Brewery 15 Rowland Way Novato California USA North America (415) 898-4677 www.moylans.com Want to share your review of Old Blarney Barleywine – Port Barrel Aged? Submit your review below.

Code Blue

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10.4% Brewed By Pacific Coast Brewing Company 906 Washington St Oakland California USA North America (510) 836-2739 www.pacificcoastbrewing.com Are you a fan of Code Blue? Enter your review of Code Blue below.

Barrel Aged GnarlyWine

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 11% Brewed By Lagunitas Brewing Company 1280 N McDowell Blvd Petaluma California USA North America (707) 769-4495 http://lagunitas.com Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Barrel Aged GnarlyWine in the below form.

A Fortnights Journey

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.5% Brewed By Newport Beach Brewing Company 2920 Newport Blvd Newport Beach California USA North America (949) 675-8449 www.nbbrewco.com Did you experience A Fortnights Journey? Give us your review below.

Old Blarney (Port Barrel With Dates)

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By Moylan’s Brewery 15 Rowland Way Novato California USA North America (415) 898-4677 www.moylans.com May the wind always be at your back, the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance among the stars. Would you take Old Blarney (Port Barrel With […]

Old Blarney American Oak Barleywine

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Moylan’s Brewery 15 Rowland Way Novato California USA North America (415) 898-4677 www.moylans.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Old Blarney American Oak Barleywine? Submit your review below.

Tumbledown Shack

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By Golden Road Brewing 5410 W San Fernando Rd Los Angeles California USA North America (213) 373-4677 http://goldenroad.la Want to share your review of Tumbledown Shack? Submit your review below.

El Toro XV Anniversary Ale

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By El Toro Brewing Co. 17605 Monterey Rd Morgan Hill California USA North America (408) 782-2739 www.eltorobrewing.com Did you experience El Toro XV Anniversary Ale? Give us your review below.

Grateful Dog

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By Napa Smith Brewery 1 Executive Way Napa California USA North America (707) 254-7167 www.napasmithbrewery.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Grateful Dog by filling out your review below.

Olde Scoutter’s Barleywine

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.5% Brewed By Bear Republic Brewing Co. 345 Healdsburg Ave Healdsburg California USA North America (707) 433-2337 www.bearrepublic.com The human brain only operates as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we know, kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. […]

Bill Brand Barleywine

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Marin Brewing Company 1809 Larkspur Landing Cir Larkspur California USA North America (415) 461-4677 www.marinbrewing.com I was in the Virgin Islands once. I met a girl, we ate lobster and drank pina coladas. At sunset we made love like sea otters. That was a pretty good day. Why […]

Bourbon Barrel-Aged Old Dipsea With Brett

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Marin Brewing Company 1809 Larkspur Landing Cir Larkspur California USA North America (415) 461-4677 www.marinbrewing.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Bourbon Barrel-Aged Old Dipsea With Brett? Submit your review below.

Old Dipsea Barleywine Style Ale

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.6% Brewed By Marin Brewing Company 1809 Larkspur Landing Cir Larkspur California USA North America (415) 461-4677 www.marinbrewing.com I was in the Virgin Islands once. I met a girl, we ate lobster and drank pina coladas. At sunset we made love like sea otters. That was a pretty good day. Why […]

Annihilator

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By Beachwood BBQ & Brewing 210 E 3rd St Long Beach California USA North America (562) 436-4020 http://beachwoodbbq.com I was in the Virgin Islands once. I met a girl, we ate lobster and drank pina coladas. At sunset we made love like sea otters. That was a pretty good […]

The Menace

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 11% Brewed By Iron Springs Pub & Brewery 765 Center Blvd Fairfax California USA North America (415) 485-1005 http://ironspringspub.com Is The Menace something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Jacob Marley Barley Wine

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By Sequoia Brewing Company 1188 E Champlain Dr Suite 107 Fresno California USA North America (559) 434-2739 http://sequoiabrewing.com Does Jacob Marley Barley Wine tie the room together? Give us your review below.

77 Anniversary Ale

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.7% Brewed By Bootlegger’s Brewery 401 S Richman Ave Fullerton California USA North America (714) 871-2337 www.bootleggersbrewery.com The dude abides. Does 77 Anniversary Ale? Submit your review below.

77 Anniversary Ale (Dry-Hopped)

American-Style Barley Wine Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.7% Brewed By Bootlegger’s Brewery 401 S Richman Ave Fullerton California USA North America (714) 871-2337 www.bootleggersbrewery.com The human brain only operates as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we know, kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. So, […]

American-style Barley Wine Ale Traits

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Beer Style Description

American style barley wines range from amber to deep copper-garnet in color and have a full body and high residual malty sweetness. Complexity of alcohols and fruity-ester characters are often high and counterbalanced by assertive bitterness and extraordinary alcohol content. Hop aroma and flavor are at medium to very high levels. American type hops are often used but not necessary for this style. Very low levels of diacetyl may be acceptable. A caramel and/or toffee aroma and flavor are often part of the character. Characters indicating oxidation, such as vinous (sometimes sherry-like) aromas and/or flavors, are not generally acceptable in American-style Barley Wine Ale, however if a low level of age-induced oxidation character harmonizes and enhances the overall experience this can be regarded favorably. Chill haze is allowable at cold temperatures. The American version of the Barleywine tends to have a greater emphasis on hop bitterness, flavor and aroma than the English Barleywine, and often features American hop varieties. Differs from an Imperial IPA in that the hops are not extreme, the malt is more forward, and the body is richer and more characterful.

Alcohol By Volume Range

8-12

IBU's Range

50-120

Aroma

Very rich and intense maltiness. Hop character moderate to assertive and often showcases citrusy or resiny American varieties (although other varieties, such as floral, earthy or spicy English varieties or a blend of varieties, may be used). Low to moderately strong fruity esters and alcohol aromatics. Malt character may be sweet, caramelly, bready, or fairly neutral. However, the intensity of aromatics often subsides with age. No diacetyl.

Appearance

Color may range from light amber to medium copper; may rarely be as dark as light brown. Often has ruby highlights. Moderately-low to large off-white to light tan head; may have low head retention. May be cloudy with chill haze at cooler temperatures, but generally clears to good to brilliant clarity as it warms. The color may appear to have great depth, as if viewed through a thick glass lens. High alcohol and viscosity may be visible in “legs” when beer is swirled in a glass.

Flavor

Strong, intense malt flavor with noticeable bitterness. Moderately low to moderately high malty sweetness on the palate, although the finish may be somewhat sweet to quite dry (depending on aging). Hop bitterness may range from moderately strong to aggressive. While strongly malty, the balance should always seem bitter. Moderate to high hop flavor (any variety). Low to moderate fruity esters. Noticeable alcohol presence, but sharp or solventy alcohol flavors are undesirable. Flavors will smooth out and decline over time, but any oxidized character should be muted (and generally be masked by the hop character). May have some bready or caramelly malt flavors, but these should not be high. Roasted or burnt malt flavors are inappropriate. No diacetyl.

Mouthfeel

Full-bodied and chewy, with a velvety, luscious texture (although the body may decline with long conditioning). Alcohol warmth should be present, but not be excessively hot. Should not be syrupy and under-attenuated. Carbonation may be low to moderate, depending on age and conditioning.