pFriem Family Brewers Head Brewer Gavin Lord Talks Maple Barrel Aged Barleywine

We spoke with pFriem Family Brewers Head Brewer Gavin Lord about Maple Barrel Aged Barleywine.

Who came up with this beer’s recipe?
The pFriem team!

What’s your favorite aspect of this beer (flavor, aroma, etc.)?
It’s so fun to put a twist on such a storied style. We knew we were taking a risk with this blend, and I’m delighted with how the maple character lifts the sweet heat of the barleywine.

Where does this beer’s name come from?
Trying to find a name within style and process.

Is this your “desert island beer?”
No, but were one actually deserted, I like to think this beer would be of great comfort.

Can you describe this beer in 10 words or less?
Cozy, sweet, smoky, snowed-in cabin for the senses.

Do you know a story – or have a personal story – that revolves around this beer?
We launched a beer club in 2019, and this was one of the very first club-exclusive beers that we came up with, a blend of our maple barrel aged smoked porter and our English-style barleywine. While we were excited about it, we’ve been delighted and surprised by the enthusiasm that this beer inspired.

What's a good food pairing for this beer?
This one’s a meal on its own.

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