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Introduction

In 2002, home brewers Brad Robinson, Neal Leathers and Bjorn Nabozney broke ground on what would be their new brewery in Missoula, Montana. Before this, they were draft only, producing beers and starring in a local cable TV show called Beer Talk. Viewership and call-ins showed that Missoulians were passionate about beer, so they made the commitment to build a brewery and focus on high quality craft beer for their audience. Olde Bluehair is a pristine example of their commitment to craft and tradition and this release is exclusive to Canada Craft Club members in Canada! Clocking in at a whopping 12.3% ABV, this Barley Wine Ale is aged in American Oak Bourbon barrels for 5 months before bottling. Just like Olde Bluehair, this beer simply gets better with age. It’s dark, luscious and oh so creamy; quite possibly one of the most delicious Barley Wines you’ll ever taste. Serving temperature should be a little on the warmer side, best at 10-13 C.


How it looks

Pours a hazy, burnt-copper orange with an amazing creamy, foam head. Carbonation is mild and perfect for a full-bodied beer. Retention and lacing is outstanding, as the head will cling all the way to the last drop.

How it smells

Wow, this beer’s aromas are comforting and very inviting! Caramel, bourbon, dark chocolate, and black licorice are combined with blueberries, blackberries and figs, brown sugar and marmalade. A marvellous nose!

How it tastes

The first taste is very strong and salty, as the bourbon and salted caramel flavours of the aged malts hit you up front. The finish is superb, a mixture of fantastic flavours. Raisin, maple syrup, cherry, vanilla, port and honey all combine for layers upon layers of decadent complexity. The added boldness of both bourbon and oak make this a rich experience from beginning to end.

Recommended food pairing

A deep and decadent beer like this is best paired with light, sweet deserts such as strawberry shortcake, fruit-filled crêpes, orange sorbet, or panna cotta with lemon.

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