Barking Pumpkin

◎ Appearance

Light amber to pale brown, translucent with good clarity and visible carbonation. A dense, cream-colored head forms with fair retention and moderate lacing that clings to the glass. The body shows the weight of oats and Special B malts in its visual depth.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with warm pumpkin pie spice—cinnamon and clove—layered beneath caramel and toffee notes from the brown sugar and Special B malts. Fresh ginger and vanilla bean emerge as the beer warms, adding a supple, almost creamy top note. Honey and light grain undertones round out the bouquet without dominating.

◐ Taste

The palate is full and smooth, with caramel sweetness and vanilla forming the foundation. Pumpkin pie spices—particularly ginger—build mid-palate with a gentle warmth that lingers without sharpness. The 12 IBU provides subtle bitterness as a clean counterpoint; malt sweetness from oats and honey remains present throughout, balancing the spice without cloying.

◑ Finish

The finish is warm and lingering, with vanilla and ginger notes persisting gently on the tongue. A light honey-malt sweetness fades slowly, leaving mild spice as the final impression without harshness.