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Moonraker Strong Ale
English Barleywine
ABV: 7.5% IBU: 35 |
According to legend, when farmers close to the J.W. Lees Brewery were raking for cheese in a nearby pond, it appeared their efforts were useless. The farmers couldn't tell, but there was no cheese in the pond -- they were actually raking the reflection of the moon. When it came time to name their barleywine, the brewers called it "Moonraker" to keep the story alive. American barleywines often have more alcohol than European versions, so this beer's lower ABV is to be expected. The body isn't weak, however, and it has the classic chewy texture. Flavors of ripe apricots and prunes balance out the brew's apparent sweetness, while hop flavors and bitterness are absent and leave this beer with a sweet taste. |
