344: Bourbon Barrel Porter

I wrote about visiting Oregon Trail Brewing in February 2010, when I reviewed their engaging, if unusual (“mushroom funk!”) Ginseng Porter, but this is the beer they are known for. I was lucky enough to taste a siphon from the barrel in February, and the bottled version is even more incredible than I recalled from that small sample. As I understand it, brewer Dave Wills blends several barrels in creating the bottled version, and the result is definitely a smoother, more complex liquid than the too oaked barrel sample I tried. This is great stuff, and I only wish I had more of it. I bought this, the last bottle for sale in Corvallis, at the phenomenal Corvallis Brewing Supply, which is a must-visit if you’re in Corvallis. Fantastic selection of bottled beer, and … they sell 33 Beers to boot!

Beer Name: Bourbon Barrel Porter
Brewer: Oregon Trail Brewing
Price: $11.95
Sampled: December 10, 2010
Rating: 5/5
Notes: The world needs more low-ABV bourbon barrel beers. Creamy and smooth with a bit of oaky, woody tartness. Very well integrated with nice bourbon aroma. Great label.
ABV: 7.5% abv
IBU: N/A
OG N/A
TG N/A
Serving Type: Bottle.