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Mikerphone Brewing

There is a profoundly deep brown coloration to this beer, which conceals any initial signs of effervescence. While some agitated carbonation bubbles up on the pour, it leaves behind a nearly imperceptible settling head.

The nose exudes notes of caramel raisins and milk chocolate. Underpinning the aromatic experience is the presence of sweet tobacco and a calculated hint of anise.

Upon reaching the palate, a balanced astringency takes center stage, punctuated with a touch of bitterness. Following closely, the dominance of oak barrel characteristics is counterbalanced in the mid-palate by the infusion of velvety raisin nectar and additional depth from notes of burnt caramel. Undertones of charred barrel and the robust earthiness of chewing tobacco further enhance the complexity of this beer.

The texture of this Barleywine, though possessing a slight air of delicacy, maintains just enough substance and tactile richness to render out a well-calibrated example of the style. The carbonation, while restrained, is still noticeable, and the opulence of the flavor profile combines seamlessly with the lightly sticky quality of the beer itself. This effectively tempers that present astringency and warming ethanol felt throughout the experience.