Sierra Nevada Bigfoot Barleywine 25th Expedition 2008

HOPPERS,

I picked up some Sierra Nevada Bigfoot Barleywine 25th Expedition 2008 and have just finished my last one last night.

I'm a big fan of American Barleywines because of the Hop Monsters they are. This year is no different...it's a kick in the grill and @ 9.6% it makes your belly warm to boot!

Color: Nice deep redish brown hue and light tan head

Nose: Hoppy with good malt like wiffs comming through

Taste: Hoppy Hoppy Hoppy, good rich malt base with the in your face hop profile to fit the style

Notes: Maybe it's because as of lately I have had several English style BW's including my own, but the overwhelming hop character makes me think of a Double IPA...Maybe my tastes are changing too. They did an outstanding job and I have requested my store buy more of it if they can. If you can find it...buy it!

Score: A-

-Kjell