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Since the beginning of time, people have slightly misinterpreted and reinterpreted each others words… and beers. The study of words’ original intentions has always been a thing – see Yaska, Sanskrit Grammarian circa 7th Century BCE. Same with beer. Which leads us to the question: what exactly is a barleywine?
Etymology is a blend of two very different but equally delicious variations of barleywine. One a nuanced, ultra toasty American Barleywine (Etym 2024*) and the other a dark, rich, 20 month barrel aged English-style Barleywine (Ology 2024*). After months of study and reflection, we blended the two to create this bold and balanced beer.
Etymology 2024 is a select blend of American & English Barleywines:
60% English Barleywine aged in Westward Whiskey Barrels for 20 Months
30% American Barleywine aged in Westward Whiskey Barrels for 12 months
10% ‘Red’ Barleywine aged in Russell Rye Barrels for 12 Months
-Fort George
