Hardywood Barrel Series Bourbon Barrel Cru

This Abbey-style quadrupel ale, aged in Bourbon barrels, is not for the faint of heart. A brilliant mahogany color in the glass, the initial boozy, Bourbony aroma is not easily overlooked, but with time subsides to reveal notes of dark cherry, plum, toffee, brown bread and caramel that all continue through to the decadent. It's smooth and warming, with a spicy punch to the finish, but it's in line with the beer's overall intensity and intent. This is a perfect shareable selection for a post holiday-dinner hang. Lauren Buzzeo