Nebraska Brewing Company Reserve Series Fathead Barley Wine Release 10/29/2010

With the coming of the change of the seasons, what's better than hanging out in front of the fire with a bottle of barley wine?

This Friday October 29th, we'll be releasing our newest bottled batch of Stranahans Whiskey Barrel Aged Fathead!

Our 2009 bottling went over very well and sold out quickly. In fact, last year's release was the first true release after emerging from our pilot phases. Currently, an A- on Beer Advocate and a 95 on RateBeer with ratings from as far away as Denmark and France. For such a small release - it really got around.

A rich, full bodied Barley Wine with a wonderfully warming character from the malts & dark brown sugars. Held to the light, its burgundy color is fitting for a bigger beer that has aromatics that hint of the oak, the whiskey, the somewhat sweet nature, and molasses that makes this beer truly unique. Using Stranahan’s Whiskey barrels, we've aged this beer for 6 months to impart a small amount of oak tannins and the whiskey character that combine to elevate this beer beyond its original entry into this world.

We hope that if you're looking for a great Barley Wine that you give ours a shot. Paul