Bourbon Barrel Bock
Posted on December 20, 2007
You are looking at the bung that’s sealing in 60 gallons of our
as-of-yet unnamed bock in the second of our two Heaven Hill Bourbon
barrels.
Tell you what, getting in close and taking this picture smelled great. And I’m not even a bourbon drinker.
The brewers tasted a sample yesterday and decided that it needs another two or three weeks, at which time it will be blended with the remaining bock, so as not to overpower the flavor with bourbon. In this beer, subtlety is key.
On the other hand, the Olde Reliable Barleywine that’s in the other barrel will not be blended. Expect big flavor from this one. Never mind what I said before! Begone subtlety!
Dec 20, 2007
Hi! I’m looking forward to tasting this bock you talk about. It sounds great!
I’m also wondering when your winter solstice–Moose and Squirrel –is coming out. I’ve been waiting an entire year for that.
Thanks!!
Dec 21, 2007
Just talked to Chad: early January is the scheduled brew date for M&S. So expect to see a post about it in late January. Cheers!