Charbay S Hop Flavored Whiskey NV | 750 ml.

WHA91 Whisky Advocate Spring, 2014

"Distilled from Bear Republic Big Bear Black Stout, alambic pot distilled, aged 29 months in used French oak. Gooey nose, with lots of dark chocolate, toffee, fruit (ripe honeydew, Asian pear, red plum); no hint of the 49.5% ABV heat. Deliciously layered palate: dry malt, juicy fruit, and savory wood spice, sweet malt and chocolate, and a finish that’s sweet, light, and quite refreshing and inviting. Lives up to the Charbay hype!" (91 pts.)

WE91 Wine Enthusiast 2/1/2014

"Distilled from beer and aged in French oak, this is a sophisticated flavored whiskey. The aromas are honeyed and sweet, with touches of beer and a faint floral note. On the palate, it shows oak, a bitter hoppiness and a wash of honey. It tastes hot, so have some branch water at the ready." (91 pts.)