About this release

A special collaboration between Bissell Brothers and Barreled Souls Brewing: an American-style barleywine aged on apple brandy and bourbon barrels for 11 months. The result is a complex and profound beer with rich notes of dried fruit, vanilla, oak wood and a gentle warmth from the brandy. Bissell Brothers Brewing Company from Portland, Maine, is known as one of the pioneers of the New England IPA and is recognized in practice for their hoppy yet balanced beers. With this barrel-aged variant, the brewery demonstrates their versatility and craftsmanship in creating complex, tangible beers. With an alcohol content of 13.8 percent and a volume of 500 milliliters, this is a beer that demands respect and patience when drinking. The 11 months of aging on apple brandy and bourbon barrels have given this masterpiece the necessary character and bouquet. This is an absolute must for lovers of barrel-aged beers seeking depth, balance and refinement. The combination of fruity, savory and woody notes makes this a beer that lends itself perfectly to contemplation or as the centerpiece of a curated beer experience.

About Bissell Brothers Brewing Company

Bissell Brothers Brewing Company from Maine, USA, is one of the pioneers of the New England IPA. Their beer 'The Substance' is an iconic example of the style. They are known for their hoppy, yet balanced beers and have a strong local following.

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