E-Malt.com News article: US, CO: Twisted Pine Brewing Company celebrates 16th anniversary with barley wine release

Colorado-based Twisted Pine Brewing Company released Bough Breaker barleywine on July 16th to celebrate its 16th anniversary at a brewery’s anniversary party, TheFullPint.com reported on July, 20.

Following up on the success of last year’s birthday beer, Hoppy Knight, the brewers chose to commemorate their sweet sixteen with an even bigger, bolder ale. “We’ve worked hard to get to where we are and as we continue to grow we’re able to brew and bottle more and more unique and original beers, Bough Breaker being the next of this series,” brewery owner Bob Baile said.

“A true American-style barley wine, Bough Breaker pours a deep, rich red with aromas of citrus hops, dark fruit and light toffee. While delectable to drink the day it’s bottled, Bough Breaker will only become more enchanting with age and cellaring. “At 9% ABV and 120 IBU, this beer is the perfect candidate for a lengthy rest in any beer lover’s basement,” Baile added.

While Twisted Pine has brewed other barley wines in the past, these were simply small batches destined for distribution solely at the brewery’s ale house. Bough Breaker enjoys the distinction of being the first of its style packaged by the brewery for release throughout Colorado and several other states.

Based in Boulder, Colorado Twisted Pine Brewing Company has been handcrafting beer since 1995. They are the brewers of such favorites as “Hoppy Boy IPA,” “Raspberry Wheat Ale” and “Billy’s Chilies.” The Ale House is a very popular local hangout and boasts 17 taps, 5 rotating. Twisted Pine is active with local charitable organizations and a strong believer in sustainable business practices.


27 July, 2011