Millstream Dan’s Barleywine

Formerly brewed at Millstream Brewing Company
Style: Barley Wine
Amana, Iowa USA

Blended from two-year and three-year batches, the barleywine poured a deep dark sienna, lightly hazy, with persistent creamy head. It also leaves a little reminder on the inside of the glass. The rich, round aroma is a treat: chocolate caramels (so good), coffee, and hazelnuts. Despite the intensity of the aroma and alcohol, the flavor is light and balanced. Major coffee flavor dominates, with a roast and caramel malt character that reminds me of burnt cookies. Both malty and pleasantly bitter, “Awesomeness” is thick and coats your mouth.

Draft at Millstream Beer & Chocolate tasting event. Poured an opaque dark brown color with a light brown head. Pleasant aromas of black cherry, raisin, and subdued molasses. Full bodied and delicately sweet with alcohol warmth and flavor. I tasted toffee, raisin, light molasses, and fig.