Barn Owl No. 10

◎ Appearance

Barn Owl No. 10 presents a pale golden hue with a light, translucent body. The head retention is modest but persistent, leaving delicate lacing along the glass. The beer shows natural carbonation with a gently hazy quality, typical of its Brett fermentation character.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent Brett funk—a leathery, earthy character that mingles with rich pineapple and stone fruit esters. Beneath sits a papery apricot skin quality and subtle oak influence, with faint wine-like notes that suggest aging and complexity. The overall aromatic profile sits at the intersection of wild yeast exuberance and restrained hop expression.

◐ Taste

Entry is tart and crisp, with the Brett character immediately asserting itself—earthy, funky, and dry. Mid-palate develops apricot and pineapple notes with a papery texture that anchors the fermentation wildness to a fruity foundation. Oak and subtle wine-like dryness build underneath, while residual hop bitterness and herbal notes maintain balance without dominance. The finish is decidedly dry, with Brett and oak lingering in the background.

◑ Finish

The finish extends with slow-fading Brett funk and wine-like dryness, leaving a papery, slightly astringent aftertaste. The beer settles into a clean, dry conclusion that invites contemplation rather than quick consumption.

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.