The Bruery Announces Three New 2026 Barrel‑Aged Releases: Porcelaine, The Fourth Bell & Icing On Top

This morning brings a big beer update from The Bruery in Placentia, California, as the brewery prepares to roll out not one, not two, but three new 2026 barrel‑aged beers, each crafted in the brewery’s signature high‑gravity, dessert‑inspired style. These new releases continue The Bruery’s long‑standing tradition of producing some of the most sought‑after Bourbon barrel‑aged ales, Anniversary ales, and Belgian‑style strong ales in the craft beer world.

Porcelaine – 2026 Bourbon Barrel‑Aged Anniversary Ale (15.7% ABV)
Leading the lineup is Porcelaine, a Bourbon barrel‑aged 2026 Anniversary ale that will clock in at a bold 15.7% ABV. The Bruery’s Anniversary series (Solera method blend of previous vintages) is known for its rich, complex, spirit‑forward character, and Porcelaine looks poised to continue that legacy with deep oak, caramelized malt, and warming Bourbon intensity. Fans of the brewery’s classic Anniversary releases, like Papier, Fruet, and Bois will immediately recognize the lineage.

Label text The Bruery Porcelaine:

“Don’t let the delicate name fool you. Porcelaine is a robust Bourbon barrel-aged ale, blended using the Solera method dating back to our first year. Expect bold aromas of oak and raisin with smooth, complex flavors of caramel, toffee and dark fruit leather. It’s a sturdy, 18-year-old tradition that’s anything but fragile.”

The Fourth Bell – Barrel‑Aged Belgian‑Style Quadrupel (12.7% ABV)
Next up is The Fourth Bell, a barrel‑aged Belgian‑style quadrupel ale that will land at 12.7% ABV. This release leans into the dark‑fruit, toffee, and spicy‑yeast complexity that defines the quad style, amplified by time spent in oak barrels. Expect layers of raisin, fig, brown sugar, and warming alcohol, an ideal fit for The Bruery’s lineup of bold, contemplative, cellar‑worthy ales.

Label text The Bruery The Fourth Bell:

“Heed the call of the Quad. The Fourth Bell is a barrel-aged Belgian-style ale designed for the ultimate comfort meal. With notes of toffee, vanilla, and spice, it perfectly cuts through the richness of a BBQ bacon cheeseburger. Save the last sip for a warm apple crisp. Something special has arrived.”

Icing On Top – Bourbon Barrel‑Aged Ale With Vanilla Beans (13.7% ABV)
Rounding out the trio is Icing On Top, a Bourbon barrel‑aged ale with vanilla beans that slices in at 13.7% ABV. This dessert‑leaning release promises a blend of sweet vanilla, rich malt, and smooth Bourbon character, exactly the kind of pastry‑adjacent barrel‑aged beer The Bruery’s fans love. It’s positioned to be one of the standout flavor‑driven offerings in the brewery’s 2026 catalog.

Label Text The Bruery Icing On Top:

“Who needs a fork? Icing On Top delivers all the birthday cake flavor you crave. Aged in Buffalo Trace Bourbon barrels with Madagascar vanilla beans, this beer tastes like yellow cake and vanilla frosting. It’s creamy, cozy, and delicious. Pair it with vanilla bean ice cream for the ultimate dessert.”

Packaging & Release Details
All three beers, Porcelaine, The Fourth Bell, and Icing On Top—will be packaged in The Bruery’s signature 12.7‑oz bottles, continuing the brewery’s long‑running tradition of premium, cellar‑friendly formats. These 2026 editions are expected to draw strong interest from collectors, barrel‑aged stout fans, and longtime members of The Bruery’s enthusiast community.

Full 2026 release details, including official tasting notes, allocation information, and distribution timing, will be announced soon.

About The Bruery:

The Bruery is a craft brewery located in Orange County, CA, known for innovative, inspired, taste-forward beers that push the boundaries of what beer can be. Along with two Tasting Room locations in Orange County, and a store in Washington D.C., The Bruery runs three beer premium beer clubs: The Preservation Society®, The Reserve Society®, and The Hoarders Society®. The Bruery offers direct to consumer delivery across CA, DC, PA, VA, VT, ND, OH, and NH, along with national distribution in 29 states.

To understand what makes The Bruery truly special, you first have to understand how we started: just Patrick Rue in his kitchen with a thirst for knowledge and a passion for how interesting beer can be. It was his passion and insatiable curiosity that led him to open a brewery, build a team of world-class like-minded brewers and eventually earn the title of Master Cicerone. This unique combination of unwavering creativity, unquestionable expertise, and relentless innovation, drive us to craft beers that quite frankly, might change the way you think about beer.

Taste Over Style
This really sums up our brewing philosophy. We never shoot for a specific style, instead we let taste act as our compass. We take our inspiration from the culinary world, traditional beer styles, natural ingredients, vineyards and even junk food, but wherever that journey takes us – taste is our guide.

Like Nothing You’ve Ever Tasted Before

This is our promise, and our goal. Every time you open a beer from The Bruery, we love to see the wow on your face, and the “how’d they do that?” in your eyes. Ultimately we believe this experience just makes live a little bit more interesting. Our beers spark conversations, complement meals, and bring people together. They might even change the way you think about beer.

Where The Bruers Relax
Offshoot is what The Bruers drink when they’re off the clock. Nothing better to help you Relax, Escape, Retreat, or Coast. 

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