Winter Warmer
Picaroons Traditional Ales

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From:
Picaroons Traditional Ales
 
New Brunswick, Canada
Style:
English Barleywine
ABV:
7.5%
Score:
85
Avg:
3.72 | pDev: 15.32%
Reviews:
19
Ratings:
46
Status:
Active
Rated:
Jan 25, 2018
Added:
Feb 26, 2005
Wants:
  1
Gots:
  5
Brewery description: This strong ale, with its deep mahogany color and intense fruity nose is our interpretation of a classic English barley wine. Its enjoyment lies in the balance between the rich maltiness, hoppy aroma and alcoholic warmth.
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Ratings by wordemupg:
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Reviewed by wordemupg from Canada (AB)

3.18/5  rDev -14.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
500ml bottle poured into pint glass may3 2010

A a light brown with some red when held to the light, a fast falling thumbs width of tan head left a few patches of lace

S not too much some sour apple and a little vinegar

T again a little tart with almost a sour wine taste and some overripe dark fruit

M a little thin for the style but decent carbonation saves it from having a watery feel

D nothing special but nothing offensive either for 7.5% its was easy enough to drink

I think this my be my first beer from this brewer and I need to thank Moniker for that chance
May 04, 2010
More User Ratings:
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Rated by ewpass from Canada (PE)

3.62/5  rDev -2.7%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.5
Rich brown with a largish head. Sweet caramel malt nose. Thinner than expected malt body with some alcohol astringency. Some creaminess.
Jan 25, 2018
 
Rated: 4.23 by rcartwright from Canada (NB)

Jul 15, 2017
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Rated by jcubz from Canada (SK)

3.76/5  rDev +1.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
not a barleywine by any means. decent winter warmer.
Jan 09, 2017
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Reviewed by souvenirs from Canada (BC)

3.62/5  rDev -2.7%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.5
Given the name, I was expecting a winter warmer, but I see this is a barleywine.

A red brown and clear with tan head
S roasted grains, molasses
T quite sweet with a lingering bitterness
F crisp on the tongue
Dec 18, 2016
 
Rated: 3.53 by jfreeze from Canada (NB)

Mar 16, 2016
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Reviewed by julienbeerstein from Canada (NB)

3.67/5  rDev -1.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5
nice and bready from the roasted malts, some toffee nut flavour, bitter hops at the end but just a hint, after taste is a little spicey as well likely from the yeast.
Over all, it is a well balanced beer however the lower than average ABV for a barley wine, and the overall lack of creativity in this beer is a downside.
Nov 29, 2015
 
Rated: 4.04 by Mousel from Canada (ON)

Nov 28, 2015
 
Rated: 4.69 by StephenPerr from Canada (NB)

Nov 20, 2015
 
Rated: 3.63 by Vold from Canada (NB)

Nov 12, 2015
 
Rated: 3.5 by lgmol from Canada (NS)

Dec 23, 2014
 
Rated: 5 by Suzibub from Canada (NB)

Nov 26, 2014
 
Rated: 3 by fostachild from Wisconsin

Aug 12, 2014
 
Rated: 3.25 by DreamDeath from Canada (NB)

May 18, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by yancot from Canada (ON)

Feb 05, 2014
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Reviewed by PorterPro125 from Canada (NB)

3.54/5  rDev -4.8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.5
This is the second winter I have purchased Picaroons Winter Warmer and I am pleased to say my thoughts have not changed a bit!

Serving Type: 500 mL Bottle

A- Pours a beautiful dark red/brown colour with little to no head. There is a thin skiff of foam that persists throughout the session.

S- The smell of this brew is reminiscent of a festive winter kitchen. Nutmeg, cinnamon, and fruity notes are quite noticeable. Raisin notes seem to take the forefront in the nose.

T- The taste is heavenly to say the least. Fruity and spicy, balanced by a small dosage of hops that shows itself towards the end of the finish.

M- Although it is classified as a barleywine, it doesn't quite have the full body of a typical barleywine. Medium to light body.

O- Although this is no doubt a great beer, I've grown tired of it after a 6 pack. Despite this, I must say that it is a beautiful brew that provides a pleasant alcoholic warmth that goes hand in hand with a cold winter night! If you can handle the intensity and alcoholic strength, I recommend that you pick this brew up if it is available in your area.
Dec 22, 2013
 
Rated: 3.5 by byronic from Canada (ON)

Dec 10, 2013
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Reviewed by Ivanhoes_Backpack from Canada (NB)

4.21/5  rDev +13.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Side by side with a bottle of Garrison Winter Warmer. Each poured into 4oz tasting glasses. Admittedly, the two are listed as different styles, but they come from a pretty similar base.

A – clear, dark ruby colour with slight light tan head and good lacing. Very pretty beer to sip in front of the fire.

S – dark fruits like raisins, some cinnamon, malt.

T – lots of sweetness, dark fruits again, light spiciness, little hop bitterness at the end, great balance.

M – medium bodied, pretty smooth given the higher abv. Good carbonation.

O – got this beer less than a week old and man is it good. Picaroons batches tend to be inconsistent as a whole, but their Winter Warmer this year has been spot on. Lot of great dark fruits, hints of spices, hops, malt. Great drinkability, especially at 7.3% abv. Excellent balance. This is some of the best stuff Picaroons has churned out in years. And to be honest, it’s about time. If Picaroons finds a way to be consistent, they could be among the top breweries in Canada, certainly of English-style beers.
Dec 08, 2013
 
Rated: 3.75 by cam477 from Canada ()

Dec 01, 2013
 
Rated: 4.14 by ZachT from Canada (BC)

Sep 21, 2013
Winter Warmer from Picaroons Traditional Ales
Beer rating: 85 out of 100 with 46 ratings