Mother Earth & Carolina Distillery Pt2
Finally after a long brew day, another trip out to fill the barrel and waiting and waiting and waiting, for what seemed like forever, we are almost there! Josh Brewers vision of a Belgian Dubbel fermented with figs and raisins was perfect for Chris Hollifield’s apple brandy barrel. As of now we are looking at final beer somewhere between 8.5 and 9% ABV. The brandy and oak are noticeable on the nose, which should fade a bit and balance out with a little time. The taste is subtle brandy with dark fruit notes and some bread.
As it has aged it has started to dry out on the finish. The next step will be to transfer it out of the barrel and cold age it. From there it will find its way through our doors and into your hands.
The official release will take place at the Raleigh Times Bar on April 6th, 2011 at 7PM in the form of a Beer, Brandy and Brandy Barrel Aged Beer Dinner. If you are interested in tickets please email your request to Katrina@raleightimesbar.com. Space will be quite limited so get your requests in early. The beer will be available on draft later that evening as well.
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Thanks again to the Raleigh Times staff for contributing this story and excellent photos! To attend the release of this beer use the email address above to reserve a spot.
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