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No Limit is a beastly barley wine at 10.0% ABV and 35 IBU: strong and robust, rich in malt with some bitterness and a medium amount of hops, brewed with candy sugar and malt extract. It can be enjoyed fresh or laid down in a cellar, where it can develop new flavours as it matures in the bottle. Vegan.

ABV
10.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter35 IBU
SRM
amber14
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyhoppycaramel
malty
hoppy
caramel
dark fruit
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced caramel and toffee notes from the pale and crystal malts, followed by dark stone fruits—plum and raisin—that suggest the barleywine's age-worthiness.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for No Limit

◎ Appearance

No Limit presents a deep amber to light copper hue, characteristic of its 14 SRM. The beer displays excellent clarity with a dense, tan head that builds quickly and clings persistently to the glass, leaving thick lacing with each sip. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, suggesting a structured pour.

deep amberdense headpersistent lacingclear

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced caramel and toffee notes from the pale and crystal malts, followed by dark stone fruits—plum and raisin—that suggest the barleywine's age-worthiness. A subtle earthiness from the noble hops underpins the malt profile, while the alcohol warmth is present but not harsh, inviting further exploration.

carameldark fruitnoble hopswarm alcohol

◐ Taste

The palate opens full and rich, with malt-forward sweetness balanced by 35 IBU of measured bitterness that arrives mid-palate without overwhelming. Candy sugar and malt extract contribute a syrupy body and subtle honeyed complexity, while dark fruit and toasted malt notes build depth across the mid-palate. The 10% ABV provides structure and warmth without harshness.

malty sweetnessbalanced bitternessfull-bodiedtoasted malt

◑ Finish

The finish is long and warming, with residual caramel and dry malt tannins lingering on the palate. A gentle hoppy bitterness gradually fades, leaving a clean, slightly sweet aftertaste that invites contemplation and another sip.

long finishwarmingdry malt
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
83
Finish
81
Serve at 12–16°C

Serve at 12–16°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

Excellent cellar candidate — can age 3–10 years, developing dried fruit, toffee and sherry notes.

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About Barleywine

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