SADIE
Sadie is a bourbon barrel-aged dark ale from Beachwood Brewing, the celebrated Long Beach, California craft institution. It pours a deep mahogany-black with a tan, softly settling head. The aroma is richly Southern in character — waves of vanilla, toasted oak, and dark caramel mingle with hints of dried fruit and gentle cocoa. At 12% ABV, the palate is full-bodied and warming, delivering layers of toffee, dark chocolate, and bourbon-soaked cherries with an underlying roasted malt backbone. The oak integration is seamless rather than aggressive, lending structure and sophistication. The finish is long and satisfying — warm, slightly sweet, with lingering vanilla and a whisper of char that invites the next sip.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for SADIE
Serve at 10–13°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
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About Barrel-Aged Dark Ale
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What is a Barrel-Aged Dark Ale?
Barrel-Aged Dark Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.
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