Firestone Walker Good Foot

Firestone Walker is set to release Firestone XV in a few weeks. In celebration of LA Beer Week, Firestone Walker has been releasing component beers of the master blend around the city, calling it Firestone XV Deconstructed.  The beer featured in these tasting notes are Firestone Walker Good Foot.  Good foot is an American style barleywine aged in bourbon barrels, which made it’s debut in last years XIV blend, and a quick appearance at special events.  Cheers!

Firestone Walker – Firestone Walker Good Foot – On tap at San Diego Strong Ale Festival 2010 – 13% abv.

Appearance: Pours a deep translucent amber with a creamy beige film for a head.

Aroma: Leather, old books/basement, bourbon and related odors (wood, vanilla, caramel, char).

Taste: Cherry, booze, caramel and bitter hops.

Mouthfeel: Sticky with very modest carbonation.

Overall:  Very tasty, very hot.  Perhaps this is the beer that lends the warmth in Firestone 14.