Year of New Beer: Rexx, Clown Shoes (MA)

Written By: Dion on 09/27/2015

Any review of this beer that doesn't begin with "Wow!" should immediately be discounted. The nose is deep and rich, with raisins and caramel pairing nicely with toasted bread crust, oak, and tons of bourbon. On the tongue, this one is boozy, with the bourbon heat taking command of a flavor profile that exhibits cured tobacco, brown sugar, and a burnt grass hoppiness through the finish. The first edition of Papaw's Red from Country Boy Brewing is probably the best Imperial Red I've ever tasted. This is its equal. Absolutely phenomenal beer.