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Other Half Bourbon Barrel Aged Pastrytown VIP Beer Review

Our Score: 100/100

About the Brewery

Other Half Brewing embodies a passion for great taste and fun. This brewery, with its dedicated team, strives to create beers that redefine the very boundaries of beer making. From their ingredients to their aging process, their brews are carefully crafted to offer nothing but the best.

What The Brewers Say

The beer is a brilliant blend of 1- and 2-year bourbon barrels conditioned on Madagascar vanilla. The resulting brews offer flavors unique to each barrel, highlighting the brewers’ talent and dedication to their craft.

Aromatics of Beer

Scoring a perfect 12 on aroma, this beer’s scent is truly mouth-watering. Right away you’ll notice the warm aroma of toasted marshmallows dipped in bourbon-spiked hot chocolate. Adding to its uniqueness is a subtle touch of oatmeal-raisin cookies, making this beer smell as heavenly as it sounds.

Appearance

This brew scores a three on appearance. Presenting a tantalizing view, it boasts an alluring color that dances in between a dark liquorice black to a handsome dark brown. The look of this beer alone is enough to draw beer connoisseurs into a sip or two.

Flavor Profile

A monolith in flavor, scoring an impressive 20, This Beer perfectly imitates its aroma in taste. The toasted marshmallow essence in this beer will treat your taste buds in a way that very few brews can. Seamlessly blending with the barrel’s natural notes of toasted coconut, cinnamon, and clove, each sip is like a symphony of flavors and hits all the right notes.

Mouthfeel

With a mouthfeel score of 5, this beer is nothing less than an adventure in every sip. The beer has a creamy and smooth texture that does not just quench your thirst but delights your sense of feel too. It leaves a pleasing lingering sensation, making you long for the next sip.

What Our Editors Thought

Our editors found it an intense vanilla nose that offers glimpses of sweet chocolate and oaky barrel. But what hit them straight was the sweet vanilla sip, which told them everything they needed to know about the beer. In purest form, it’s a dessert, richly satisfying and it garnered a perfect 100/100 score in their books.

Conclusion

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a beer that not only tastes exceptional but also provides an unparalleled sensory experience, then the Other Half Bourbon Barrel Aged Pastrytown VIP is the brew for you. Its superior brew mastery & unique blends make it truly one-of-a-kind.

Other Half Bourbon Barrel Aged Pastrytown VIP Beer Review

Style: Barrel-Aged Vanilla & Coconut Stout

ABV: 13.0 IBU: 66.0

Reader Rating4686 Votes
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Dustin

Dustin is a writer about craft beer and a professional brewer in the city of Chicago. He has written for several magazines and has over a decade of experience in the beer industry. He is currently working on a book about the history of beer in Chicago.

4 thoughts on “Other Half Bourbon Barrel Aged Pastrytown VIP Beer Review”

  1. The brewery seems to be highly regarded, as evidenced by their perfect score of 100/100. They are known for their passion for taste and fun, and are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of beer making. The brewers put significant effort into creating unique and flavorful brews, showcasing their talent and commitment to their craft.

  2. The score of 100/100 reflects the excellence and exceptional quality of the brewery. Other Half Brewing’s passion for great taste and their commitment to pushing the boundaries of beer making is evident in the carefully crafted and distinctive flavors of their brews. The dedication and talent of the brewers shine through in every sip.

  3. The score of 100/100 is a testament to the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of the beers produced by Other Half Brewing. With a passion for great taste and a dedication to pushing the boundaries of beer making, this brewery consistently delivers top-notch brews that delight the taste buds. The blend of bourbon barrels and Madagascar vanilla creates a truly unique and delicious flavor profile that showcases the talent and commitment of the brewers.

  4. Meredith Halvorson III

    The score of 100/100 for Other Half Brewing speaks volumes about the quality and expertise of their beers. With a passion for great taste and a dedication to pushing the boundaries of beer making, this brewery is sure to deliver an exceptional drinking experience. The use of bourbon barrels and Madagascar vanilla in their brews showcases the brewers’ talent and commitment to creating unique flavors. Cheers to Other Half Brewing for their outstanding score!

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