Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Harviestoun Ola Dubh Special 16 Reserve Review

Ale Matured in Whisky Casks
Harviestoun Brewery
Alva, Scotland


8% abv
11.2oz bottle
$9.99 a bottle
Bottle No. 10623
Date bottled: April 2013
Black Ale – Oak aged
Ola Dubh – ‘black oil’
Matured in Highland Park’s gloriously rich and smoky 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky


I really like these oak (whisky) barrel aged ales that the different breweries have been making.  For me these ales are really nice with a fine cigar.

Appearance: black body with a cola like edge; just a fine film of fizz on top; no lacing at all


Aroma: bold and rich nose; semi-sweet dark chocolate; roasted coffee beans; toasted toffee; smoky

Flavors: dark chocolate mixed with roasted sweet grains and a touch of dark roast coffee; nice touch of toffee; tobacco leaf; hint of Scotch warmth on the back and finish; roasted notes with light bitterness linger on the palate;

Mouthfeel: rich flavors; pleasing roasted notes; slight alcohol warmth;

To the Point: much better than the 21 year old Ola Dubh; this one is special; I’ll pay the ten dollar price tag for this; this one I’ll have to do a cigar review with it; if you like barrel aged ales this is a must try



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