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Peach Apricot D.B.V.S.O.J.

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Peach Apricot D.B.V.S.O.J. is a barleywine at 13.3% ABV whose aroma layers stone fruit, with peach coming from both barrel and fruit, over malty caramel and smoky vanilla from fire-toasted French oak. It was built from the last fourteen barrels of the spring's Peach Brandy Barrel D.B.V.S.O.J. and finished with unfermented peach and apricot. A limited release from Revolution in Chicago.

ABV
13.3%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
peachvanillacaramel
peach
vanilla
caramel
fruity
oak
smoky
Aroma
The nose opens with layered stone fruit character: peach dominates from both fruit addition and barrel influence, supported by warm apricot notes.
also:dark fruit,malty,toasty
not found:hoppy,roasted,clean,spicy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Peach Apricot D.B.V.S.O.J.

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to light copper in color, reflecting 14 SRM with excellent clarity and bright luminosity. The head presents fine, persistent lacing that clings to the glass as the beer is consumed. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, contributing to a refined visual presentation.

deep amberclearpersistent lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with layered stone fruit character: peach dominates from both fruit addition and barrel influence, supported by warm apricot notes. Beneath the fruit sits a foundation of caramel maltiness and prominent toasted French oak that carries subtle smoky and vanilla undertones. The overall aromatic profile is complex and inviting, with no sharp alcohol burn.

peach, apricottoasted oakcaramel, vanillastone fruit

◐ Taste

Entry is full and rich, with concentrated peach and vanilla flooding the palate immediately. Mid-palate develops layers of caramel maltiness and dark fruit complexity, balanced by the oak's smoky character and moderate bitterness (50 IBU). The 13.3% ABV is present but well-integrated, contributing warmth and body without harsh heat.

peach, vanillacaramel, oak smokedark fruitwarming alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is extended and lingering, with peach and vanilla fading gradually into a sustained dark fruit and oak dryness. A gentle warmth persists, reinforcing the barleywine's weight and alcohol presence.

long finishpeach fadeoak dryness
87
hopIQ score
Aroma
90
Taste
88
Appearance
84
Finish
83
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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