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Aging Wheatwine in Wild Turkey Bourbon barrels adds a rich, complex structure
Hood River, Oregon – February 5, 2016 – “Cold turkey” takes on a whole new meaning with Full Sail’s latest beer from its Brewmaster Reserve Series – Bourbon Barrel Aged Wheatwine Ale, available now.
“Originally released in 2014 to celebrate our 27th
anniversary, Wheatwine is brewed in the Barleywine style, yet contains
no barley malt,” says Full Sail Executive Brewmaster Jamie Emmerson. “We
reserved a portion of this special brew,
racked it into Wild Turkey Bourbon barrels, and let it rest for a year
in our cellar,” adds Full Sail Brewmaster Jim Kelter. “Barrel aging
rounds out this big beer.”
Wheatwine is brewed with wheat and caramelized
wheat malts and hopped with a blend of English and Northwest hops.
Complex aromas of apricot, spice, and citrus lead to a smooth palate,
blended with notes of caramel, marmalade, and green
hop overtones. It pours a rich honey hue and opens up with complex
aromas of barrel oak, vanilla and apricot. The spicy hop character has
mellowed to accentuate flavors of vanilla, marmalade and dates. It
finishes with a remarkable smoothness and a creamy
mouthfeel.
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“Don’t buy it, it’ll leave more for us!” jokes
Emmerson. The brewmasters at Full Sail are confident that Bourbon Barrel
Aged Wheatwine Ale has been worth the wait.
What’s even better than Wheatwine Ale aged in
Bourbon barrels? Wheatwine Ale aged in Bourbon barrels served alongside
Moonstruck chocolate. On Saturday, February 13th, in conjunction with
the Oregon Brewers Guild’s annual Zwickelmania Brewery
Open House, the Full Sail Brewery will be pairing Bourbon Barrel Aged
Wheatwine with
Moonstruck Dark Chocolate Tumbled Beerberries.
Guided brewery tours (at 11am, 12, 1, 2, 3 and 4pm) and tastings on the
tour are free, and each tour participant will receive a complimentary
glass. For a complete listing
of Zwickelmania events throughout the state, visit
www.oregoncraftbeer.org/
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Full Sail’s Brewmaster Reserve series allows the
brewmasters to put their creativity, innovation and passion into small,
limited-release beers. These craft brews highlight the direct connection
with Full Sail’s farmers, celebrate the art
of barrel aging, and explore the effects of time. Over the years, Full
Sail’s Brewmaster Reserve series has earned 18 gold medals. Brewmaster
Reserve Bourbon Barrel Aged Wheatwine Ale is available in limited
release in 22 oz. bottles and draft. 12% ABV, 42
IBUs.
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About Full Sail Brewing Company
Perched on a bluff in Hood River, Oregon,
overlooking the mighty Columbia River’s epic wind and kite surfing and
the snow-capped volcanic peaks of Mt. Hood, Full Sail is a true
craft-brewing pioneer. Since 1987, Full Sail has been pouring
pure Mt. Hood water, local ingredients and responsible processes into
each and every pint. Full Sail’s brews and sustainable practices have
garnered more than 300 national and international awards, including 150
gold medals and
Beverage World’s “Craft Brewer of the Year” distinction. From
Full Sail Amber and IPA to Session Lager and bourbon barrel-aged beers,
Full Sail consistently strives to brew complex, balanced and
ridiculously tasty beers. Learn more at
www.fullsailbrewing.com.
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