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Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale

Alltech's Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
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🌍 United States · American Amber Ale · One of 56 American Amber Ales in hopIQ

Cellared in freshly decanted bourbon barrels from Kentucky's legendary distilleries. The world's first commercially produced bourbon barrel-aged beer and one of America's most awarded craft ales. Rich vanilla, toasted oak and caramel with a warming whiskey finish — a true Kentucky institution.

ABV
8.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber12
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Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 56 flavour tags

oak
100%
vanilla
100%
rich
60%
toasty
60%
caramel
60%
smooth
60%
boozy
60%
sweet
30%
chocolate
30%
malty
30%
dark fruit
30%
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About American Amber Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

Finding a similar American Amber Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same oak, vanilla, rich character as Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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