Ralphius - 17 Month Woodford Reserve Rye
Free Will Brewing Co.

Ralphius - 17 Month Woodford Reserve RyeRalphius - 17 Month Woodford Reserve Rye
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From:
Free Will Brewing Co.
 
Pennsylvania, United States
Style:
American Imperial Stout
ABV:
14.4%
Score:
+9 ratings needed
Avg:
4.2 | pDev: 0%
Ratings:
1 | reviews: 1
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Active
Rated:
Jan 12, 2025
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Jan 12, 2025
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Imperial Stout Aged for 17 Months in a Woodford Reserve Rye Barrel. Notes of Spicy Rye, Ganache, Cedar.
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Reviewed by thebeers from Pennsylvania

4.2/5  rDev 0%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5
Pours black with a half finger of dark khaki head that quickly settles into sloppy crown. Minimal spots of lacing.

Restrained aroma of chocolate, a little caramel and just a hint of rye spice.

The rye spiciness shines more in the taste, layered over cola, light chocolate, light caramel and light char and ash. Moderately strong alcohol heat is present throughout — but lightyears less than the 17-month Kentucky Owl I recently opened, making it seem almost easy drinking in comparison.

Fairly full bodied with any carbonation hidden by the strong rye character.

Rye fans will love this one. The spice really pops in the taste, and there’s a nice balance of sweet and robust flavors to complement it.
Jan 12, 2025