Double Bastard in the Rye
Arrogant Consortia in Escondido, California, United States 🇺🇸
Brewed at/by: Stone BrewingStrong Ale - American Rotating Out of Production
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Score
7.75
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Double Bastard Ale aged in Templeton Rye Whiskey Barrels
Much like the lacerative muther of a beer that is Double Bastard Ale, rye whiskey is not for everyone. Most are not emotionally or otherwise equipped to appreciate its unbridled intensity. So to sequester Double Bastard Ale in rye whiskey barrels is to conceive an experience that no doubt will be treasured by only a select few. It takes a special breed of exceptional depth to thrive under such demanding conditions and emerge with such stunning vibrancy. Namely, Double Bastard Ale. Something this sublime should never be squandered, however. Those plagued by even a smidge of self-doubt should look elsewhere. This rare treasure is strictly for those possessing the capacity to appreciate what many will shun. Just like I do.
Much like the lacerative muther of a beer that is Double Bastard Ale, rye whiskey is not for everyone. Most are not emotionally or otherwise equipped to appreciate its unbridled intensity. So to sequester Double Bastard Ale in rye whiskey barrels is to conceive an experience that no doubt will be treasured by only a select few. It takes a special breed of exceptional depth to thrive under such demanding conditions and emerge with such stunning vibrancy. Namely, Double Bastard Ale. Something this sublime should never be squandered, however. Those plagued by even a smidge of self-doubt should look elsewhere. This rare treasure is strictly for those possessing the capacity to appreciate what many will shun. Just like I do.
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7.5/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 7
Flavor 8
Texture 8
Overall 7
Bottle at the DC December Gathering #2. Thanks maniac. Dark brown with beige head. Aromas of whiskey, spice. Tastes of whiskey, caramel, spice, oak, booze. Medium body with a dry finish.
Tried
from Bottle
on 20 Dec 2015
at 16:49
7.5/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 7
Flavor 8
Texture 6
Overall 8
From a can at the Ratebeer Dec 22 gathering 2015. Pours a hazy copper with an.off white head. Caramel nose. Flavors of caramel and oak.
Tried
from Can
on 20 Dec 2015
at 16:32
7/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 7
Flavor 8
Texture 6
Overall 7
Some smoke and some boiled down, caramelized malt. Pours hazy maroon with decent head. Some bitterness and light sweetness in finish. Tons of whiskey. Bottle shared at tasting.
Tried
from Bottle
on 20 Dec 2015
at 16:29
7.3/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 8
Flavor 8
Texture 6
Overall 7
Bottle. Hazy to cloudy amber color, off white head. Aroma of spiced caramel. Rye spiciness is more obvious in the taste, with butterscotch and booze. Not bad.
Tried
from Bottle
on 20 Dec 2015
at 16:21
7.9/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 8
Flavor 8
Texture 8
Overall 8.5
Bottle picked up at Supermarket Liquors, shared at Mikeys Holiday party
Clear dark golden with a small off-white head, some lacing. Aroma of whiskey and woody. Taste is woody, rye and vanilla
Nice
Clear dark golden with a small off-white head, some lacing. Aroma of whiskey and woody. Taste is woody, rye and vanilla
Nice
Tried
from Bottle
on 15 Dec 2015
at 13:30
8.1/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 8
Flavor 9
Texture 8
Overall 8.5
Bottle from Boise Co-op. Solid, woody aroma gets even better with malty, BBA characteristics. Instant heat from this potent brew, that stays warm and lingers all the way down the gullet. Sip, savor and enjoy.
Tried
from Bottle
on 06 Dec 2015
at 20:11
8/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 7
Flavor 8
Texture 8
Overall 9
500 c&c from Capitol Beer in Sacramento, CA. Pours very hazy orange brown with a slight light tan head. Aroma of barley wine, ryewise. Just marvelous. Full bodied. Flavor is rye, treacle, hop I can’t identify. There’s a little heat or a hop burn. :) It’s a bit undry, it’s a little bitter, it’s more rye! OMG! Drink this and die! No. Go out and get more!!
Tried
from Can
on 29 Nov 2015
at 19:57
7/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 8
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 7
Bottle from Bert’s Hazy murky deep copper color with a smallish off white head that had to be coaxed out with a hard pour. Sweet brown sugary caramel maltiness with some lingering earthy pine hop and a bit hit of spicy spirit and oak tannin. Lingering bitter pith and alcohol burn in the finish. Nice sipper but a little spicy for my tastes.
Tried
from Bottle
on 29 Nov 2015
at 15:58
7.6/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 8
Flavor 7
Texture 8
Overall 7.5
Bottle. Pours hazy hazel, small off-white head, some lacing. Aroma is whiskey, vanilla oak, dark sugars, toffee. Flavor is fully sweet, quite bitter, malty. Bitterness lingers for a long time. Medium body, creamy mouthfeel.
Tried
from Bottle
on 27 Nov 2015
at 19:02