13: Doggie Claws Barleywine

Twice each year, I show up to Hair of the Dog Brewing, and wait in line for two or three hours for the privilege of getting first crack at whatever wild beer has been cooked up for release. Sometimes it’s Adambier aged with cherries in oak barrels. Sometimes a brand new beer. There’s always a big line and a lot of excitement, but it’s easy to overlook brewer Alan Sprints’ stellar, regular lineup, of which Doggie Claws has been a part since at least 2001. A very solid barleywine with crazy flavors. You must try this beer.

Beer Name: Doggie Claws 2008
Brewer: Hair of the Dog Brewing
Price: N/A
Sampled: January 13, 2010
Rating: 4/5
Notes: What a great aroma. Smells like honey, tropical fruits and crazy hops – this beer is smooth and awesome.
ABV: 11% abv
IBU: N/A
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Serving Type: Bottle.