Old Willie Warmer
Mildura Theatre Brewery Pty Ltd

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From:
Mildura Theatre Brewery Pty Ltd
 
Australia
Style:
Winter Warmer
ABV:
6.9%
Score:
+9 ratings needed
Avg:
4 | pDev: 0%
Ratings:
1 | reviews: 1
Status:
Retired
Rated:
Jun 27, 2006
Added:
Jun 27, 2006
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Reviewed by joecast from Australia

4/5  rDev 0%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
one of the special releases that made it down to the new sydney for the hops tasting. unfortunately, i couldnt make it then, but lucky for me, its still on tap.

has a look that says "substantial" about it. nearly black with plenty of reddness around the edges. head is thin, frothy, and lightly tanned. head lacked a bit in staying power, but thats my only real gripe about the appearance.

nice aroma. moslty roasted and chocolate malt with little in the way of any noticeable spice or hops. really, if i didnt know it was spiced, i probably wouldnt pick it.

taste is smooth, which is aided by the mouthfeel. very little carbonation. could probably have used a bit more bitterness, but the sweeter, darker malts really shine in this one. hard to pick any spices again, but that doesnt hinder the experience. more spice may have given a bit more depth to it, but thats another beer for another time.

glad i got to try this one. was afraid i missed my chance, but if i see it again, ill easily give it another go. chers to willie simpson and the gang at mildura for trying something different.
Jun 27, 2006