Barn Owl No. 12

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass as you drink. Bright carbonation creates a lively bead that sustains the foam line with visible lacing. The color suggests a restrained malt bill, allowing the beer's funky character to take visual precedence.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with dank, resinous hop character—earthy and peppery, with an underlying floral sweetness that adds complexity. Beneath the aggressive hop presence sits a lively funkiness from the mixed fermentation, mingling with subtle green fruit and wild yeast notes. The interplay is bright and slightly herbaceous, never cloying.

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and moderately tart, with the acidity remaining restrained and integrated rather than sharp. Mid-palate displays a balance between hoppy bitterness and fermentation-derived funk—earthy, slightly musty, with a faint winey note. The 6.2% alcohol sits comfortably in the background, allowing the tension between sour and resinous hop to dominate without becoming aggressive.

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and refreshingly crisp, with lingering hop bitterness and a whisper of acidity that fades gracefully. No sweetness remains; instead, a mineral, slightly dusty aftertaste reinforces the beer's funky character and rewarding complexity.