Both Barrels

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper-brown in color, reflecting the bourbon barrel maturation and cherry infusion. The beer presents excellent clarity with a dense, tan head that clings persistently to the glass. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating fine lacing that traces the glass as you drink.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vanilla and oak derived from the bourbon barrel aging, complemented by subtle cherry notes that add a winey character. Below these wood-forward elements lies the fruitcake foundation of the original Broadside ale—dark dried fruits, caramel, and toasted grain. A whisky warmth threads through, giving the aroma pleasant complexity without harshness.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with caramel and dried fruit character from the base ale, then bourbon barrel vanilla and oak unfold in the mid-palate. Cherry and subtle whisky notes add depth and a gentle acidity that counterbalances the beer's fullness. Bitterness is restrained at 35 IBU, allowing the rich barrel and fruit character to dominate without becoming cloying.

◑ Finish

The finish is warming and lingering, with oak and vanilla gradually receding to reveal a soft cherry aftertaste. Dryness emerges toward the very end, leaving the palate clean and inviting another sip.