Imperial Stout

You don’t want to miss Mikkeller Big Blend

Mikkeller Big Blend is hitting shelves stateside now, and it might be a true beer geek dream.

Mikkeller’s “Breakfast Series” started with Beer Geek Breakfast, an oatmeal stout brewed with coffee. Then came Beer Geek Brunch, which upgraded to coffee aspect to Continue Reading →

Perennial Abraxas bottle pick-up this week

Perennial Abraxas, the brewery’s highly sought after imperial stout brewed with chilies, vanilla beans and cinnamon, returns in November. Tickets for the release go on sale on October 15th, 2015 (9 AM CST).

Tickets are $70 dollars. Purchaser will receive 2 Continue Reading →

Posted in Don't Miss This, Mikkeller

You don’t want to miss Mikkeller Big Blend

Mikkeller Big Blend is hitting shelves stateside now, and it might be a true beer geek dream.

Mikkeller’s “Breakfast Series” started with Beer Geek Breakfast, an oatmeal stout brewed with coffee. Then came Beer Geek Brunch, which upgraded to coffee aspect to the world’s most expensive – Kopi Luwak. Since then, there have been various barrel-aged editions floating around.

Now, Mikkeller Big Blend. Featuring six different barrel aged editions of Beer Geek Breakfast and Brunch, blended together in what has to be the ultimate way to start the day.

Available in 11.2 ounce bottles, through Shelton Brothers.

Style: Imperial Stout (w/ Coffee, Barrel Aged)
Availability: 11.2 oz bottles
Stateside: November, 2015

8% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Perennial Artisan Ales, Seasonal Return

Perennial Abraxas bottle pick-up this week

Perennial Abraxas, the brewery’s highly sought after imperial stout brewed with chilies, vanilla beans and cinnamon, returns in November. Tickets for the release go on sale on October 15th, 2015 (9 AM CST).

Tickets are $70 dollars. Purchaser will receive 2 bottles of 2015 Perennial Abraxas, 1 bottle of Perennial Coffee Abraxas, and an Abraxas bottle bag.

An Imperial Stout brewed with ancho chili peppers, cacao nibs, vanilla beans, and cinnamon sticks. Pouring deep brown with a thick head, this beer has a complex body with a delicious lingering roastiness. Abraxas is brewed with unique ingredients intended to challenge and excite the palate. It may be enjoyed right away or allowed to age in the bottle. Vertical tastings are encouraged. Perennial Artisan Ales is a small batch craft brewery dedicated to producing unique, premium beers. Our beers are brewed with the experimental, seasoned craft beer drinker in mind.

Those with tickets can pick up their bottle on the following days:

Tuesday, November 10th
Wednesday, November 11th
Thursday, November 12th
Friday, November 13th
Saturday, November 14th

Pick up dates and times are not transferable. Valid ID needed, NO PROXIES.

If you don’t have, or don’t want to do the ticket thing, you can fight off the beer hoards on November 14th for your own bottle.

Distribution will occur to all Perennial markets in mid-November.

Most important: TICKET LINK (Opens in new window)

Style: Imperial Stout (w/ Chilies. Vanilla Beans. Cinnamon.)
Availability: 750ml Bottles, Draft (Limited)
Release: November 10th, 2015

10% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in AleSmith Brewing, Don't Miss This, New Releases

Alesmith Hawaiian Speedway Stout bottles sell out, draft coming soon

Your chance for Alesmith Hawaiian Speedway Stout bottles might have come and gone today, but there will draft at select bars and restaurants later in November.

Today (November 9th), tickets went on sale (and sold out) for Alesmith Hawaiian Speedway Stout bottles. The coffee-infused imperial stout features toasted coconut flakes, vanilla beans, and rare Ka’u coffee beans from Hawaii’s big island. A rare treat indeed.

Tickets came and went on Brown Paper Tickets today. Your next shot at this beer will be a bar or restaurant that sells Alesmith. Happy Hunting.

Style: Imperial Stout (w/ Coffee, Toasted Coconut, Vanilla Beans)
Availability: 750ml Bottles, Draft. Limited.
Distribution (Draft): AZ, CA, CO, CT, IL, MA, MN, NC, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, VA, VT, WA, WI
Release: November, 2015

12% ABV

Above, Alesmith Hawaiian Speedway Stout is pictured next to Alesmith Barrel Aged Speedway Stout, that was on sale as well.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Deschutes Brewing, Headlines

Deschutes Cognac Barrel Aged The Abyss, a December hopeful

Deschutes Cognac Barrel Aged The Abyss is looking like a December, 2015 release.

This year marks the 10th bottling of Deschutes The Abyss. To celebrate this milestone, the brewers have created three editions of the popular imperial stout – the regular edition, one 100% aged in rye whiskey barrels, and the above, aged 100% in cognac barrels.

Deschutes Cognac Barrel Aged The Abyss (note: assuming this is the final nomenclature) starts as an imperial stout, brewed with licorice, black strap molasses, and vanilla. Then it is 100% barrel aged in cognac barrels.

Imperial stout brewed with black strap molasses, licorice, cherry bark with vanilla added. Aged 12 months in cognac barrels.

Deschutes Cognac Barrel Aged The Abyss carries the subtitle of “Remarkably limited release”. The brewery tells Beer Street Journal that while the beer is ready when it’s ready, they are hoping for a December release.

Obviously, the brewery has not yet announced this offering.

Style: Imperial Stout (w/ Molasses, Vanilla, Licorice, Cherry Bark. Barrel Aged. Cognac. )
Availability: 22oz Bottles. Limited Release.
Arrival: December (Estimated)

11% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Hopworks, New Releases

Hopworks Motherland Russian Imperial Stout arrives in 22s

Hopworks Motherland Russian Imperial Stout bottles have returned. The beer is a part of the brewery’s Imperial Series.

A fortifying tonic for the people. Rich and smooth, Motherland is as black as a Siberian winter night but warming enough to weather it. Aromas of anise and cherry mingle with bittersweet chocolate and a warming, spicy finish. Answer the call and raise a glass to Motherland.

Hopworks Motherland Russian Imperial Stout is a 22 ounce bottle offering.

Style: Russian Imperial Stout
Availability: 22oz Bottles, Draft. Nov-Jan
Release: November, 2015

9.8% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in New Releases, Southern Tier Brewing

Southern Tier Choklat transitioned to 12 ounce bottles

Southern Tier Choklat, one of the Lakewood, New York’s most highly acclaimed beers, is now available in 12 ounce bottles/4 packs.

Southern Tier Choklat is brewed with Belgian chocolate. It is one of the most rich, chocolatey beers we’ve ever had at Beer Street Journal. VP of Sales and Marketing, Brendan Smith says:

“For years, some of our most popular beers have been available only in 22oz. packages. We find that many of our fans and craft beer drinkers prefer to enjoy specialty brews in smaller packages. We’ll still offer 22oz. bomber bottles, but the addition of more accessible packages provides our market with the most flexible offerings.”

Southern Tier Choklat is literally dessert in a glass, and now available in 12 ounce bottles though the end of the year.

Style: Imperial Stout (w/ Chocolate)
Availability: 12oz Bottles, Draft. Seasonal.
Release: November, 2015 (4-Packs)

10% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Hi Wire Brewing, New Releases

Hi-Wire Pulcinella Russian Imperial Stout releases November 7th

Hi-Wire Pulcinella Russian Imperial Stout bottles release on November 7th, 2015.

Hi-Wire Pulcinella Russian Imperial Stout has been aged in various oak barrels, including Napa Valley Zinfandel, Kentucky bourbon, and North Carolina dark rum barrels.

To celebrate this beer’s release, Hi-Wire is hosting a Stout Bout event at the brewery on release day. A stout $5 for entry, with various stouts available. Tasters are $2, full pours are $6 dollars.

Hi-Wire Pulcinella Russian Imperial Stout will be available for sale on 11/7, distribution to follow the week after.

Style: Imperial Stout (Barrel Aged. Bourbon. Rum. Wine.)
Availability: 22oz Bottles
Release: 11/7/15

?? ABV

If you go: Hi-Wire Brewing, 11/7/15. 1-5 pm

by Reid Ramsay