Highland Black Archives – Spirited Matters

Betteridge’s Law of Headlines states that if an article is titled with a question, the answer to that question is ‘no’. Spoiler alert: that’s the case here. However, the question has been asked frequently over the past few days and I thought I’d better address it.
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Billy A. is drinking an Acidulicious by London Beer Factory December 6, 2019

Intense, but not necessarily all in a good way. Like cough medicine, with a slap of sweetness and concentrated fake fruit. The sweetness balances out the acidity, but it goes medicinal on the finish.

Billy A. is drinking a Four Friends - The Blend by Burning Sky Brewery at BEER + BURGER WILLESDEN November 28, 2019

Reminds me of the first time I tried a Lambic – squashed unripe peaches, buckets of damp leaves, mulching apples and a hint of gravel. Loads of tart fruit on the palate - the peaches and apples with some sharp pineapple. Pickled onion Monster much finish.

Billy A. is drinking a Saison De Fête by Burning Sky Brewery at BEER + BURGER WILLESDEN November 28, 2019

Better with a bit of warmth. Tart nose with a soft and fruity centre run through with gentle white wine acidity. White wine returns on the finish.

Billy A. is drinking an Imperial Stout by Burning Sky Brewery at BEER + BURGER WILLESDEN November 28, 2019

2019 edition. Not as fruity as previous editions, but rich with vanilla, milk chocolate and used coffee grounds. Thick and saucy center, with an almost creamy texture. Coconut, vanilla and coffee finish. Some tart red berry notes appear as it warms up.

Billy A. is drinking a Saison Anniversaire 2019 by Burning Sky Brewery at BEER + BURGER WILLESDEN November 28, 2019

Sharp nose – white wine and cider vinegar, and a touch of blankety funk. Palate is softer. Buttery centre with Granny Smiths, gravelly edges and a compressed core of estery fruit: Underripe peach, nectarine and crunchy pear. Finish picks up the acidity.