Beer Style: Strong Dark Ale
IBU: 32
OG: 25P
ABV: 12%
Hops: Simcoe, East Kent Goldings
Malts: Pale, Chocolate, Munich, Special B, Roasted
This is a truly unique beer, combining unusual elements to create a powerful yet flavorful brew. Scott Vaccaro brewed a similar beer to this one back in 1998, while he was home-brewing out in California. Only, this time, he decided to age it in bourbon barrels to add a new element to the already rich sensory profile. The combination of dark malt, elderberries, and bourbon barrels makes for a unique tasting experience. This is a sippin’ beer, so sit back by the fire and enjoy.
Sensory Profile |
Enjoy in a snifter. Overripe fruit, vinous, vanilla, roasted grain and coffee are a few of the characters you will taste with this monster. The hops fade away as the flavors of the elderberries and oak dominate the profile. |
Food Pairing |
Chocolate is about the best thing to pair with this one. It can easily stand on its own as a night cap, but if you get hungry try it with some chocolate truffles. |
