Firestone Walker Brewing Company XIX Anniversary Ale 2015 22fl oz

Manufacturer's Notes: Since founding our brewery in 1996, we have specialized in the rare art of fermenting beer in oak barrels. In the fall of 2006, we released a limited edition, oak-aged strong ale called "10" to commemorate our 10th anniversary, thus beginning an annual autumn rite. This year we present 19, our tenth release from our anniversary series, 19 is crafted from separate lots produced over several months and years, then carefully blended into this truly unique and complex brew. Each of the contributing lots was aged in oak barrels, some previously used by American spirits producers, others used in our Firestone Union. Each barrel lent its own bit of soul to the flavor profile, including nuances of tobacco, chocolate and molasses. Local Paso Robles area winemakers and our brewers collaborated to taste each individual lot and lend their expertise to the final blend. The resulting limited production brew offers immense depth and complexity with long, intense flavors that beg to be sipped and savored. 19 is a one-of-a-kind beer built to last and will reward careful aging for years.