Hawkers Wheatwine 2018 Aquavit Barrel Aged 330ml Farmhouse Ales with Bourbon vanilla and cocoa

with Bourbon vanilla and cocoa butter delivering a smooth

90 Points — James Halliday

while the layered cask programme adds complexity and depth

and beautifully balanced — pronounced but delicate hazelnut flavour carries through with hints of vanilla and chocolate

Subtle brioche and toasted almonds reveal complexity and careful maturation

Hawkers Wheatwine 2018 Aquavit Barrel Aged 330ml Farmhouse Ales with Bourbon vanilla and cocoaHawkers Wheatwine Aquavit Barrel Aged 2018 is a true ode to the age old herbaceous Scandinavian spirit. Full bodied and booze but more lean than a barleywine making it a great canvas for showcasing the fennel and anise characteristics of the old barrel.