Wax-sealed bottle: The beer is a murky brown-amber color with a medium thick and rocky light beige head. Sticky patches of lacing mostly near the top of the glass. Strong aroma of molasses, malt and coconut. Rich and very smooth-bodied. The barrel-aging definitely imbues the original version with a pronounced bourbon flavor. Woody, malty flavors along with hops and peppery alcohol. The finish is round and sweet, with a lingering bourbon aftertaste. Very good overall.