Aroma: “There is a distinct character of age, with hints of tobacco, leather, and bubble gum. Very complex and very intriguing. Strong English earthy hops. Moderate plum, touch of cherry and chocolate. Slight nutty. Strong malt sweetness, heavy with caramel and toffee. Also sweet alcohol notes.”

Flavor: “Moderate spicy hops, big earthy hops, touch of oral. Sweetness of toffee, caramel, and some chocolate add body to this beer. Slight vanilla. Some dark fruit/cherry notes add sweetness and complexity. The warmth of the alcohol helps to nish this beer leaving it slightly sweet, but not too sweet.”

Overall: “A more hops-dominated complex old ale that could easily pass as a barleywine. Very avorful with sweet caramel and toffee. The warmth and hops earthiness helped to keep this beer in check and blended well.”