The Dirt
A barleywine from Dogfish Head? Sign me up!
You could certainly tell who made this beer, as it clocked in at a healthy 12% ABV. The Olde School also had a "Bad Boy Barleywine" nose on it, making this one big beer. However, the first few sips initially reminded me of the 90 Minute to some degree, with sweet + hops and plenty of alcohol, followed by a barleywine profile. After sitting for a few minutes, and a few more sips, the beer comes more into its own as a full-on barleywine. It could have been a little darker with a tiny bit more barleywine flavor, but that was likely altered by what it took to get this beer as big as it was. Still a very good barleywine that will be all the beer you'll need that night. In other words, not for the faint of heart.
Worth it?
Yes, as barleywines are usually pretty pricey to begin with, and this guy was huge. I still think that Lagunitas' Gnarley Wine is my favorite, and it's a steal, but the Olde School was still very tasty.
The Final Word
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