Stone Brewing Crime Ale 2016 aged in bourbon Barrels 50 cl 10.5%

The name is a play on "crime" and adventurous barrel ageing - a reminder that it is a crime not to try the boldest cask experiments. Crime Ale is Stone's answer to that challenge.

Expert description of Stone Crime Ale 2016 aged in bourbon barrels

Crime Ale is brewed by Stone Brewing / Arrogant Bastard Brewing Co. as part of the brewery's 2016 Series. The base beer is a powerful ale from the Arrogant Bastard family, here aged on bourbon barrels to add extra depth, vanilla and wood notes on top of the already intense malt and hop profile.

At 10.5% ABV, it is a robust beer offering a complex combination of bourbon sweetness and Stone's characteristic, uncompromising bitterness. The 2016 vintage makes this bottle a collector's item for enthusiasts of barrel aged craft beer.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Bourbon and vanilla, with a deep malty background.

Taste

Full and powerful with bourbon sweetness, caramel and a solid hop bitterness.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering wood and vanilla notes.

Specifications

Name: Crime Ale aged in bourbon barrels
Brewery: Stone Brewing / Arrogant Bastard Brewing Co.
Country/Region: California, USA
Beer Style: Strong Ale
ABV: 10.5%
Size: 50 CL
Edition: 2016 Series
EAN: 636251741449
Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed at 12-14°C in a wide glass, pairs well with strong cheese or dark chocolate

Flavour Profile

Bourbon · Vanilla · Bitter · Full-bodied

Did You Know?

Crime Ale is part of Stone's ongoing series of barrel aged special editions, where the brewery experiments with different barrel types to give each vintage its own distinct character.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stone Crime Ale 2016

What does Crime Ale taste like?

It tastes of bourbon, vanilla and caramel with a solid hop bitterness from the underlying Arrogant Bastard base.

Is Crime Ale 2016 worth it?

Yes, as a barrel aged vintage release from Stone, it appeals to collectors of powerful, complex craft beer.

What temperature should it be served at?

12-14°C is ideal to highlight the bourbon and vanilla notes. Choose a wide beer glass to get the most out of the aromas.

What food pairs well with Crime Ale?

Strong cheese or dark chocolate suit the beer's body and power well.

Where does Stone Brewing come from?

From California, USA, where the brewery is known for barrel aged, powerful craft beer.

What does bourbon barrel ageing do to the flavour?

It adds vanilla, caramel and wood notes to the beer, layered on top of the already powerful malt and hop profile.