A selection of releases from our Barrel Aging facility. The ultimate gift for a high-end beer connoisseur, or Belgian beer enthusiast. Containing 1x500ml hand labelled and individually numbered bottles of each of following: Vintage Stout 2024 - Pōkeno Whisky Barrel Aged 11.0% The 2024 Vintage Stout is the sixth release of our ‘Vintage’ range of yearly Barrel Aged releases. The process of Oak ageing creates a chemical reaction between the wood and the beer, in which flavour compounds such as tannins and vanillins leach into the beer, creating a rounded and complex flavour. By treating the oak barrel as an additional ‘ingredient’ we’ve been able to create this complex and rich brew that is perfect for winter nights, and will also cellar extremely well as it gains complexity with ageing. Raspberry Sour - Oak Barrel Aged 6.4% Another special brew from our Barrel Bunker, this time using Raspberries. We found a blend from four different barrels that match perfectly to the sweet tang of Raspberry. We blended the beer in tank with the fruit and let it re-ferment for four months before bottling with priming sugar and a fresh pitch of Brettanomyces yeast. The beer itself is earthy, funky and tart with a big fresh punch of the iconic Raspberry, and vivid colour. Flemish Bruin - Oak Barrel Aged 6.6% Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced, our Flemish Bruin pours a deep mahogany with ruby highlights, crowned by a wispy, off-white head. On the nose, it opens with inviting aromas of dark cherries, dates, and a hint of balsamic, intertwined with gentle oak and a complex earthiness. The malt base boasts notes of caramel and toffee, quickly met by a bright, tangy acidity that adds lift and vibrancy. A hint of oak lingers in the background thanks to nearly 24 moths of careful maturation. The finish is dry, slightly tart, and refreshingly clean, leaving you ready for another sip. Rustic Sour Ale - Oak Barrel Aged 5.0% This Belgian inspired Sour Beer is a blend of two mixed ferment beers, a 12-month Chardonnay barrel–aged ale and a 24-month bourbon barrel–aged ale. After blending, the sour ale was pitched with Brettanomyces yeast and bottle conditioned for four months, adding layers of complexity and funk to the barrel character and balanced sourness. The finished beer is beautifully complex. Notes from the Chardonnay barrels are clearly present but never overwhelming. Malt character provides balance and length, leading to a moreish, satisfying finish. Black Doris Sour - Oak Barrel Aged 6.3% Another special brew from our Barrel Bunker, this time using Black Doris Plums - a favourite of New Zealanders country-wide. We found a blend from four different barrels that match perfectly to the richness of the plums. We blended the beer in tank with the fruit and let it re-ferment for four months before bottling with priming sugar and a fresh pitch of Brettanomyces yeast. The beer itself is earthy, funky and tart with a big fresh punch of the iconic Plum, and vivid colour.
