Speyside ex-sherry cask BA.

Imperial stout fermented in a freshly emptied ex-Olorosso sherry cask last filled with Speyside whisky (Aberlour Distillery). Brewed with an array of roasted and crystal malts, and fermented with a historical yeast. We cast the wort for this stout directly into the barrel to undergo primary fermentation.

An experimental process for us, warm fermentation in a freshly emptied barrel has proved itself a unique process to draw out intense flavours from deep within the wood. Olorosso barrels impart unique characteristics for beer aging. Their oxidative solera aging method provides a nutty depth which complements notes of sweet caramel, liquorice and dark chocolate.