It is rare to find a barley wine in America that relies on finesse rather than muscle. Most American Barley wines that I've tried have a hefty mouthfeel and pack a malt wallop. Nogne O's Batch 100 is brewed in Norway and uses subtlety to express its flavors. It was originally brewed for the enjoyment of the brewers, but was later brewed for retail sale due to demand. The most interesting aspect of Batch 100 is the mouthfeel. It is extremely light and creamy for a barley wine, yet the malt still sticks to the inside of your cheeks. The carbonation is lively and it finishes very dry. The mouthfeel comes off like a Belgium beer.
Batch 100 has 80 IBUs and 10% a.b.v. The robust aroma has a good hop-malt balance. There are notes of pine and cola, as well as hints of earth, fresh grapes and perhaps flower petals. The flavor has a cola character followed by a bitter pine needle finish.
When pouring Batch 100, be careful towards the end of the pour. Like a Minuteman, the sludge comes out quick.
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