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Smuttynose Big Beer Series Barleywine Style Ale

Rating
93
Price
$9
Brand
Alcohol
10.6%
Bottle Size
22 oz
Issue Date
2/1/2015
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This attractive and expressive beer pours a deep copper-amber color, with a solid off-white head that leaves pretty lacing behind with each sip. The bouquet immediately offers intense aromas of citrusy whole hop, sweet malt, fresh grain and underripe stone fruit. The fruity tones continue through to the medium-weight palate, with solid flavors of nectarine and peach that are framed by bitter grapefruit pith astringency and a slightly sticky texture. The finish is long, with an appropriate lingering bitterness. Lauren Buzzeo

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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