Founders Backwoods Bastard
A-Pours a deep,dark ruby that is almost black with 1 1/2 fingers worth of quickly dissipating,tawny head that left gorgeous frothy,lacing. S-The nose is big on bourbon upfront.Bourbon,toast and burnt sugar on first smelling it.Some vanilla and molasses come out as the beer warms. T-There is a definite bourbon presence on the initial taste but it is by no means overpowering.The bourbon taste mellows to reveal caramel,vanilla and medium bodied tobacco.The finish is all mellow bourbon sweetness. M-This beer is full,boozey and quite smooth considering the ABV and Bourbon influence.A very well balanced Bourbon-Barrel aged beer. D-Obviously this beer is not for people who don't appreciate a good bourbon but for those that due it is a smooth and drinkable must try.