A Masterful Collaboration of Barrel-Aged Excellence

Firestone XXVIII 2024 Anniversary Ale is the latest installment in the acclaimed Anniversary Ale series, crafted through a harmonious collaboration with renowned winemakers. This super-blend unites seven distinct barrel-aged beers, showcasing the artistry of Firestone’s aging cellar and the blending expertise of local winemaking visionaries. At 12.7% ABV and 32 IBU, this rich and decadent ale offers an exceptional tasting experience.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep ruby in color with a captivating, luxurious hue.
• Aromas: Inviting caramel and bourbon aromas lead, followed by warm notes of speculoos and dark cherry.
• Palate: Decadently smooth with caramel cookie-like flavors enhanced by rye spirit barrel-derived vanilla and hints of oaky spices.
• Finish: A perfect balance of barleywine richness with chocolate stout depth, resulting in a complex and satisfying finish.

What Makes It Special

• Expert Blending: Crafted in collaboration with winemakers Molly Longborg, Kyle Jury, and CC Aguirre, showcasing the artistry of barrel blending.
• Barrel-Aged Components: Features seven meticulously aged components, each contributing its unique character:
  • DDBA – (9%) Imperial Special Bitter
  • Stickee Monkee – (37%) Central Coast Quad
  • Bravo – (28%) Imperial Brown Ale
  • Helldorado – (4%) Blonde Barleywine
  • Velvet Merkin – (4%) Milk Stout
  • Weldwerks Stout Blend – (7%) Imperial Stout
  • PaRyebola – (11%) Imperial Stout
• Complex and Unique: A bold yet balanced expression of caramel, chocolate, and spice flavors that create a new dimension of barrel-aged beer.

Technical Details

• ABV: 12.7%
• IBU: 32
• Color: 86
• Aging: A blend of seven barrel-aged components
• Style: Anniversary Ale