Wheelchair Barleywine

Brewed in the tradition of British-style Barley Wines, our 2011 offering displays burgundy/brown hues, a thick off-white head of lacey foam, toasted malt, a strong presence of raisiny, vinous fruit aroma and warming alcohol.  Crafted with British Marris Otter, dark crystal and aromatic malts, liberally hopped with Glacier and East Kent Goldings, we also added 60 LBS of locally sourced Washington State Clover honey to the boil kettle.  With its’ coating, silky rich mouth-feel, and complex interplay of deep caramel malt, ripe fruit aroma and sturdy alcohol, 7 Seas 2011 Barley Wine is a colossal, yet refined brew, perhaps best savored in the Ultimate Proper ‘Brandy’ glass, cheers!

BREWING SPECS

Original Gravity: 26.9 Plato

Terminal Gravity: 6.4 Plato

Alcohol by Volume: 10.6%

IBUs: Approximately 38

PRODUCED IN

Limited Availability

Strictly available in 9oz. pours at the Tap Room

Wheelchair Barleywine (2010)

Aged a minimum of eight months, this English style Barley Wine displays a reddish, brown hue and exhibits prominent notes of ripe pit fruit, brown sugar, toffee, and a full-bodied, malty mouthfeel.  Brewed with English Marris Otter, Munich, Aromatic, and two Caramel malts, including a touch of crystal Rye, the "Wheel Chair" is an ale to be contemplated, sipped, and savored.  It will continue to evolve, gaining in complexity and nuance as it ages.  Serve slightly below room temperature to fully appreciate this full-flavored, strong, and pleasantly warming vintage ale.

2010 Brewing Specs

Original Gravity: 27 Plato

Terminal Gravity: 5.2 Plato

Alcohol by Volume: 11.1%

IBUs: Approximately 38