
First sip reminds me a bit of a barleywine, but unlike those beers I really kinda like this one. It's very malty, got a bit of oatmeal, and lots of other little bits and stuff like maybe figs, some spice, and even smoke and oak. I'm impressed with a simple sip, and I want more - MORE! So, I shall swig! No, don't try and stop me!
Tip-in is very light carbonation tingle with rich malt that has traces of coffee and chocolate woven into it like a tapestry of deliciousness. The middle rolls on in with a heightening of the chocolate and a mixing of earth with barley, some dark fruits, caramel, and the pine and citrus hops. When the finish comes (too soon) the whole beer sweetens even more with that malt, and it trails off with smoke and dreams.
Bottom Line: Lagunitas can seemingly do any kind of beer.
4.0/5