This release from Westland is the fourth edition in the brand's Colere series which explores barley varieties. Previous editions featured Alba, a six-row winter barley; Talisman, a two-row winter barley; and Pilot, a two-row spring barley — all grown in the Pacific Northwest. This release features Fritz, a variety of barley derived from Washington State University The Bread Lab research center. It was matured for 71 months, mostly in refill Westland casks with a mix of light char, heavy toast and heavy toast with a light char. Just 3,084 bottles were produced. Availability begins May 2024 at select US retailers. (SRP $149.99)
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Rich barley aroma, heavenly and lightly sweet. Masterfully balanced, rich and sweet without being overpowering or syrupy. Sugary gingerbread and Graham cracker without tasting like Christmas. Love this, a hint of smoke or bitter to counter the sweetness would make it perfect, despite its balance. The best colere yet for me.
Honeyed bread. Subtle sweetness. Peanut. Raisin. Some malty funk. Nicely balanced and complex.
Mild bitter, slightly bready, water ipens it up nicely
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