Moersleutel Barcode Nitro Blue – Barrel Aged Imperial Nitro Stout 14%

A Silkier Dimension to Barrel Aging

Introducing Moersleutel Barcode Nitro Blue, a luxurious evolution of our barrel-aged stout tradition. For this special edition, we blended port and brandy barrels to craft a beer with deep notes of red fruit, dark chocolate, and refined spirit warmth.

The blend is built from three different base beers, one of which was fermented with Belgian yeast — adding delicate esters and fruity complexity that beautifully enhance the character of the port and brandy wood. The barrels also contribute tannins, adding structure, depth, and a wine-like elegance to this intensely robust stout.

And then comes the innovation: instead of carbon dioxide, we infused the beer with nitrogen, creating a velvet-soft, creamy mouthfeel that perfectly highlights the fruity nuances within this heavy, spirit-kissed barrel-aged stout.

The result is a uniquely decadent drinking experience —
a rich, layered, and impossibly smooth Nitro Barrel Aged Stout.

The Craft Behind Barcode Nitro Blue

Port & Brandy Barrels Meet Nitro Innovation

Barcode Nitro Blue is the intersection of wood aging, blending artistry, and nitrogen engineering.

A Barrel Blend Designed for Depth

The combination of:

• Port barrels – rich red fruit, dried cherries, soft sweetness

• Brandy barrels – warm oak, caramel, grape skin complexity
  creates a tapestry of flavors that unfold slowly with each sip.

Three Base Beers, One Harmonious Blend

One of the base beers was fermented with Belgian yeast, contributing:

• Red fruit esters

• Subtle spice

• Lifted complexity
  that integrate perfectly with the barrel character.

This layered approach ensures the final blend is complex, expressive, and incredibly balanced.

Nitrogen Instead of CO₂: A New Luxury

Why nitro? Because nitrogen:

• Softens the mouthfeel

• Enhances the perception of fruit

• Creates a creamy, silky pour

• Reduces sharp carbonation bite

This gives the stout a dessert-like creaminess without diminishing its intensity.

Tasting Experience

Aroma: Fruity, Woody & Decadent

Expect a bouquet of:

• Ripe red berries

• Port wine sweetness

• Dark chocolate

• Gentle oaky warmth

• Belgian yeast esters

• Brandy-soaked fruit

The aroma is layered, elegant, and unmistakably barrel-driven.

Flavor Profile: Rich, Fruity & Velvety Smooth

The first sip floods the palate with:

• Red fruit (cherry, blackberry, plum)

• Dark chocolate & cacao nibs

• Toasted oak and warming spirit notes

• Layered sweetness balanced by subtle tannins

• Belgian yeast undertones enhancing the fruity barrel profile

Nitro’s creaminess rounds everything into one cohesive, indulgent experience.

Mouthfeel & Finish: Thick, Silky & Barrel-Forward

• Dense and velvety, enhanced by nitrogen

• Luxuriously smooth despite its strength

• Long, warming finish with lingering chocolate and red fruit

• Tannic edges add sophistication and balance

This is a stout made for slow appreciation.

Beer Specs

• ABV: 14%

• Style: Barrel Aged Imperial Nitro Stout

• Barrels: Port & Brandy

• Base: Blend of 3 beers (incl. Belgian yeast fermentation)

• Ingredients:
  Water, barley malt, rye, oats, spelt, wheat, hops, yeast, nitrogen

What Makes Barcode Nitro Blue Unique?

Nitro Meets Barrel Aging

Nitro infusion in a barrel-aged stout is rare — and transformative. It amplifies:

• Soft fruit notes

• Chocolate richness

• Overall drinkability

All while preserving the intense depth of a 14% stout.

A Blend with Purpose

Each base beer contributes something different:

• Belgian yeast → fruitiness & esters

• Port barrels → sweet red fruit

• Brandy barrels → oak, spice, warmth

• Tannins → structure & complexity

It’s a meticulously engineered harmony of wood, yeast, and blending expertise.

Food Pairings

Rich, Bold & Dessert-Friendly

• Dark chocolate truffles

• Caramel pecan pie

• Blackforest cake

• Cheese plate with aged gouda or blue cheese

The red fruit & chocolate notes make this an exceptional dessert companion.

For the Adventurous

• Smoked brisket

• Duck with cherry reduction

• Wild game dishes

The barrel tannins and nitro creaminess pair beautifully with umami and char.

Serving Tips

• Best Temperature: 12–14°C to allow full barrel complexity

• Glassware: Snifter, tulip, or stemmed stout glass

• Pouring: Invert gently once, then pour hard for a cascading nitro effect

• Storage: Store cool and upright; ideal for fresh enjoyment but suitable for aging

About Moersleutel Craft Brewery

Founded by four Dutch brothers, Moersleutel Craft Brewery blends engineering precision with bold brewing creativity. Known for pushing boundaries in stouts, TIPAs, nitro beers, and barrel aging, our philosophy remains:

“Brewed by engineers. Crafted by hand.”

Barcode Nitro Blue is a perfect example of what happens when tradition meets innovation — a beer engineered for decadence.

Conclusion: A New Level of Barrel-Aged Luxury

Moersleutel Barcode Nitro Blue is a bold, decadent, and velvety evolution of our stout craft. By combining port and brandy barrels, Belgian yeast esters, and nitrogen infusion, we’ve created a 14% Imperial Stout that is rich, fruity, chocolatey, and unbelievably smooth.

A deeper blend.
A softer mouthfeel.
A next-level nitro barrel experience.