Avery Brewing Co. Botanicals & Barrels Vanilla Bean Stout Rating and Review | Wine Enthusiast
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Avery Brewing Co. Botanicals & Barrels Vanilla Bean Stout

Rating
92
Price
$13
Brand
Alcohol
10.7%
Bottle Size
22 oz
Issue Date
12/31/2017
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This stout was brewed with whole vanilla beans from Tonga, Uganda and Mexico, then aged in Bourbon barrels. The bouquet showcases both, in upfront scents of fresh vanilla, Bourbon-soaked oak and peppery woodspice that waft from the dark pour, with background hints of molasses and raw cocoa. The palate is medium-full and flavorful, with medium-minus carbonation that just lifts the sweet, rich flavors of toasted coconut, malted milk ball, caramelized brown sugar, char and vanilla-spiked plum and date. Hints of sweet smoke and soft warming spice grace the close. Lauren Buzzeo

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