Thursday, November 26, 2009

Southern Tier Backburner Barley Wine.


Barley wine is one of those winter indulgences. I remember my first of many pints of barley wine. It was probably my first high ABV, complex beers. Barley wine typically runs about 8-12% and sweet and smooth.

ST's barley wine, low carbing, sweet, a bit too hoppy, finishes a little too sticky, but it's warm and comforting. It's really best enjoyed with close company in heavy glasses on a wood bar, under warm lighting, and beside a crackling fire.

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