Imperial Belgian-style golden ale brewed with honey and aged in bourbon barrels. Re-released in 2020. An old favorite returns for one more run. First released from our Brewpub many years ago, Kentucky Monk rides again after 12 months of aging in bourbon barrels. Alongside notes of nutty toffee and orange marmalade, an exorbitant kettle addition of Pacific Northwest Meadowfoam Honey lends sweet clover and toasted marshmallow tones to this potent potable. Original description (2009): Kentucky Monk is a bourbon barrel aged Belgian triple that is crafted with Belgian Pilsen malt, white wheat, Crystal 10, and exclusively Saaz hops. The Cantrell Honey Farm in Athens, Ohio supplies gallons of locally harvested Golden Rod honey for this brew. The honey is added at the end of the boil to give this Belgian style triple an elevation in flavor and alcohol. The interplay of fruit/clove character from our Belgian yeast and the local honey is apparent but not aggressive. After this Belgian style triple is ready for consumption, we age a portion of this heavenly brew in bourbon barrels to create Kentucky Monk. Wonderful vanilla and coconut aromas and flavors penetrate the beer. Hints of bourbon, caramel, and honey take Kentucky Monk to a whole new level. An amazing aperitif that embraces Belgian brewing tradition and American craft brewing creativity.