Adelbert’s Brewery Blackberry Barrel of Love
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What the brewers say
“Aged in Treaty Oak Distilling barrels with the barrel lending hints of vanilla and oak balanced with a soft whiskey bite. The ale blends with the flavors from the barrels and contributes rich notes of blackberry, figs, raisins, and molasses.”
What our panel thought
Aroma: “A lot of boldness on the nose—juicy berries jump out with a slight lactic and light Brett characteristic acidity. Light bourbon character with some roasted malt. Slight prune-like character really shines through as it warms.”
Flavor: “Big stone fruit and prune flavors dominate up front. Slight Brett funk balances the tartness. Bourbon is very subtle. Sweetness finishes in the back with some acidity. Slight huskiness on the finish that gives a good counter to the sourness and sweetness. The oak adds complexity with some bourbon notes adding to the taste. An alcohol warmth is present in the finish. Big mouthfilling carbonation. Light bits of minty (likely from a LaChouffe-style yeast).”
Overall: “Fun beer! It is a delightful sour quad with berry and light oak. The sourness paired with the prune and cherry notes is really enjoyable. The Brett notes improve this beer, but be forewarned going in. The bourbon provides some good balance.”
