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New Variant: Founders KBS Chocolate Espresso

Founders KBS Chocolate Espresso is a bold and invigorating addition to Founders’ Kentucky Breakfast Stout lineup, a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout debuting in spring 2024.

Infused with rich chocolate and espresso, this variant amplifies the classic KBS profile of coffee, dark Continue Reading →

KBS 20 Years: Founders KBS Blueberry

Founders KBS Blueberry is a new fruity addition to the brewery’s famed Kentucky Breakfast Stout lineup, a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout debuting in spring 2023 – celebrating 20 years of KBS.

Infused with fresh Michigan blueberries, this variant adds a Continue Reading →

New Variant: Founders KBS Chocolate Cherry

Founders KBS Chocolate Cherry is a luscious addition to Founders’ Kentucky Breakfast Stout lineup, a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout debuting in fall 2022.

Infused coffee, chocolate, chocolate syrup, cherries and cherry extract – this variant enhances the classic KBS profile Continue Reading →

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New Variant: Founders KBS Chocolate Espresso

Founders KBS Chocolate Espresso is a bold and invigorating addition to Founders’ Kentucky Breakfast Stout lineup, a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout debuting in spring 2024.

Infused with rich chocolate and espresso, this variant amplifies the classic KBS profile of coffee, dark chocolate, and bourbon with intense roasted coffee and cocoa flavors. Expect a robust aroma of espresso beans and dark chocolate, paired with a velvety, full-bodied mouthfeel and notes of oak, vanilla, and warm bourbon. A sophisticated, coffee-forward stout for KBS enthusiasts.

For decades, chocolate, coffee, and bourbon barrels have created delicious masterpieces. Immerse yourself with KBS Chocolate Espresso, our latest creation highlighting our favorite ingredients that have set the barrel-aging standard. The symphony of rich chocolate and bold espresso flavors harmonizes with notes of oak and a touch of vanilla for an unrivaled sensory experience.

Founders KBS Chocolate Espresso is available in 12-ounce bottles and draft for a limited time.

Style: Style: Imperial Stout  (w/ Chocolate. Coffee. Barrel Aged. Bourbon
Availability: 12oz Bottles, Draft. Limited Release.
Debut: Spring 2024

12% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Coming Soon, Three Taverns Brewery

Three Taverns 10th Anniversary BBA Barleywine debuts this weekend

Three Taverns 10th Anniversary BBA Barleywine releases November 18th.

Decatur, Georgia’s Three Taverns celebrates 10 years on November 18th. In addition to a celebration at the brewery’s original location, the brewery is releasing 10th Anniversary BBA Barleywine.

The blended English-style barleywine was aged in both 15th Calumet 15 Year Bourbon barrels as well as Laird’s Apple Brandy Barrels

Rich and luscious flavors of toasty vanilla, caramelized apple, char, and subtle vanilla abound in this 12% English-style barleywine.

Three Taverns 10th Anniversary BBA Barleywine is on sale on the brewery’s website now for pickup on November 18th, for $18 dollars each.

Style: Barleywine (Barrel-Aged, Bourbon. Apple Brandy.)
Availability: 375ml Bottles. Brewery only
Debut: 11/18/23

12% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Founders Brewing, Headlines, New Releases

Founders KBS Spicy Chocolate brings the heat this fall

Founders KBS Spicy Chocolate is a bold and fiery addition to Founders’ Kentucky Breakfast Stout lineup, a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout debuting in fall 2023.

Inspired by mole, this variant infuses coffee, dried chili peppers with both chocolate and chocolate syrup into the classic KBS profile of coffee, dark chocolate, and bourbon, delivering a complex interplay of subtle heat, cocoa depth, and roasted malt. Expect an enticing aroma of chili-spiced chocolate and coffee, with a full-bodied, velvety mouthfeel and lingering warmth from the peppers, balanced by oak and vanilla notes. A daring, indulgent stout for adventurous palates.

KBS Spicy Chocolate blends sweet and spicy flavors in a sensory symphony. Crafted with dried chilies and chocolate, this KBS batch delivers a rich, mole-inspired punch. Expect dark chocolate and dried pepper notes with hints of smoke and a spicy finish that lingers just long enough to be cooled by your next sip. A unique and unexpected twist on our KBS.

Founders KBS Spicy Chocolate is available in 12-ounce bottles and draft for a limited time.

Style: Imperial Stout (w/ Coffee. Chili Peppers. Chocolate. Barrel-Aged. Bourbon)
Availability: 12oz Bottles, Draft. Limited Release.

Debut: Fall 2023

12% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News, New Beers, Wild Heaven Craft Beers

Wild Heaven Neon Roses

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Founders Brewing, Headlines, New Releases

KBS 20 Years: Founders KBS Blueberry

Founders KBS Blueberry is a new fruity addition to the brewery’s famed Kentucky Breakfast Stout lineup, a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout debuting in spring 2023 – celebrating 20 years of KBS.

Infused with fresh Michigan blueberries, this variant adds a bright, fruity dimension to the classic KBS profile of coffee, dark chocolate, and bourbon. Expect a rich aroma of ripe blueberries and roasted malt, with a full-bodied, velvety mouthfeel and flavors of tart berry, cocoa, and oak and vanilla from the bourbon barrels. A refreshing yet decadent stout for KBS enthusiasts.

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It’s time to celebrate two decades of barrel-aging imperial stouts with KBS Blueberry. In honor of the 20th anniversary of KBS, we’ve given this legendary beer a dose of Michigan blueberries. The alluring aroma of dessert draws you in, while layers of vanilla, coffee, chocolate, oak, and bourbon barrel notes become more profound with every sip. A sweet and sophisticated tribute to a world-renowned beer.

Founders KBS Blueberry is available in 12-ounce bottles and draft for a limited time.

Style:  Imperial Stout (w/ Blueberries Coffee. Chocolate. Barrel-Aged. Bourbon)
Availability: 12oz Bottles, Draft. Limited Release.

Debut: Spring 2023

12% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Wild Heaven Craft Beers, Headlines

Wild Heaven & Bulliet Bourbon release 5th collaboration

Wild Heaven Beer and Bulliet Bourbon release 5 Points Doppelbock, the fifth installment of their ongoing barrel-aged series.

Recapping the project, Bulliet Bourbon was always stingy with their barrels in the past. As Tom Bulleit told Beer Street Journal during an Atlanta launch event more than a decade ago, all the distillery’s barrels were sent to Scotland for whisky aging. At the time he seemed almost confused at the notion that America’s breweries would want empty bourbon barrels. That would all change in 2020.

Bulliet did a little quiet research, looking for breweries with not just a robust barrel program, but breweries that really cared about barrel aging. Georgia-based Wild Heaven stood out to the Bulliet team and ultimately the Beer and Bourbon Series was born.

The idea behind this project is simple. Wild Heaven creates a beer and Bulliet overnights freshly emptied (wet) barrels from the distillery 437 Miles South to Avondale Estates, Georgia. Fill the barrels, and wait for the magic to happen. During one of the worst years in human existence, 2020, 95 Shilling Scotch ale kicked off the series. The alcohol by volume in that beer could never have been high enough for us considering the times.

RELATED: WILD HEAVEN’S BULLEIT COLLAB WAS WORTH THE WAIT

As fall descends upon Atlanta, the latest emergence is 5 Points – a German-style Dopplebock, aged in Bulleit Rye barrels. Let’s get straight to the point, this beer- much like this series- just keeps getting better and better. A Doppelbock may be a rarer style in the craft brewing world, but Wild Heaven’s head brewer Josh Franks has created a perfect reminder of how damn good they are. “I think it really turned out quite well,” Franks tells us. You’ll never hear the guy brag, but the smile on his face after a few sips of 5 Points tells us everything.

The fresh barrels from Bulleit really make all the difference world here. Vanilla flavors from the rye bourbon-soaked oak in 5 Points are fresh and bold, almost to the point of decadence. The creamy toffee and raisin flavors notes the dopplebock round out this cool weather sipper. More proof that this duo knows what they are doing.

Wild Heaven 5 Points Dopplebock debuts this week in 16-ounce cans and draft. Wild Heaven and Bulleit are already working on their next project.

Style: Dopplebock (Barrel Aged. Rye Bourbon.)
Availability: 16oz Cans, Draft.

Debut: October 2022

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Founders Brewing, Headlines, New Releases

New Variant: Founders KBS Chocolate Cherry

Founders KBS Chocolate Cherry is a luscious addition to Founders’ Kentucky Breakfast Stout lineup, a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout debuting in fall 2022.

Infused coffee, chocolate, chocolate syrup, cherries and cherry extract – this variant enhances the classic KBS profile of coffee, dark chocolate, and bourbon with vibrant fruit and decadent cocoa flavors. Expect a bold aroma of ripe cherries and roasted malt, paired with a velvety, full-bodied mouthfeel and notes of oak, vanilla, and subtle bourbon warmth. A delightful balance of sweet and tart for KBS loyal.

Our flagship bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout shows off its more romantic side with KBS Chocolate Cherry! The rich sweetness of chocolate and slight coffee bitterness blend perfectly with the brightness of cherry juice to bring you an alluring sensory experience perfect for cozying up with your sweetie.

Founders KBS Chocolate Cherry is available in 12-ounce bottles and draft for a limited time.

Style: Imperial Stout  (w/ Chocolate. Cherries. Barrel Aged. Bourbon
Availability: 12oz Bottles, Draft. Limited Release.

Debut: Fall 2022

11.6% ABV

by Reid Ramsay