1st Anniversary Barrel Aged Grand Cru
Guinness Open Gate Brewery Halethorpe in Halethorpe, Maryland, United States 🇺🇸
Strong Ale - American Regular|
Score
6.74
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*2019 VINTAGE* This blend of a bourbon barrel-aged Imperial Stout and a rum barrel-aged Belgian Golden Ale originally debuted on August 3rd, 2019, to help us ring in our first anniversary. Now, two years later, we bring one of our last remaining kegs back to the taps. It has changed a bit, showcasing a fruitier, butterscotch-forward character, but the uniqueness of this beer is very much in tact. The Belgian yeast quality is apparent, adding a layer of complexity, while the passing of time has mellowed a bit of the roasty stout character. It's still wonderfully flavorful - we can't wait to see how it tastes next year! *Vertical Flight Only*
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6.9/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 7
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 7.5
Sample @ GABF 2019. Pours a dark amber color with a small off-white head. Has a fruity malty woody caramel and dark fruit aroma. Fruity malty woody dark fruit and rum flavor. Has a fruity malty spicy woody dark fruit finish.
Tried
on 01 Aug 2022
at 11:04