Cooking with barleywine

Given that barleywine is a strong ale, is it suitable in recipes which call for ale, or does the extra alcohol and stronger flavor overwhelm the recipe?

I realize the answer will be "it depends" if varies by recipe; I am more interested in whether the answer is "Absolutely!" or "Absolutely not!"

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Best Answer

Barleywines initially have a large amount of sugars in them before fermentation, and brewers balance that by adding a large amount of hops. There is a large bitterness factor in a barleywine, which you may or may not notice, depending on your tastes and the individual brew. If you try to reduce it like you might with a wine, the bitterness may quickly get overwhelming.

With that in mind, I see no reason why you couldn't use a barleywine in any recipe that would work with a strongly flavored beer.

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What does a barleywine taste like?

The Brewer's Association describes both versions as featuring "flavors of bread, caramel, honey, molasses and toffee." As the name Barleywine suggests, these are dark, malty beers, elevated by additional alcohol complexity.

What is English style barleywine?

British-Style Barley Wine Ale Barley wine beer is a strong ale that leans heavily on malt characteristics for flavor. With a wide color range and characteristically high in alcohol content, this is a style that is often aged, as it evolves well over time.

What is barley wine used for?

Previously known as winter warmer or stock ale, barley wine was produced at the beginning of mass beer production and stored in barrels. This initial brew was high in alcohol and flavor, making them great for aging. The potent beer could also be blended with younger, fresher beers for more complex results.

How long does barleywine take to ferment?

Re: Fermentation time for barley wine So roughly 7-12 days for a barley wine. Definitely allow for extra time though. A little sugar is a common addition to increase attenuation. If you want you can add it in the fermenter to reduce the osmotic pressure on the yeast at pitching.

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