Holy Mountain Brewing Midnight Still 2026 Barrel-Aged

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

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Holy Mountain Brewing’s Midnight Still is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most revered annual releases — a bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout from Seattle that has earned near-legendary status among serious craft beer collectors. The 2026 vintage pours a deep, near-opaque ebony with a fine mocha-tan head that lingers with impressive retention, coating the glass in sheets of viscous lace. On the nose, the beer opens with rich waves of dark chocolate and roasted espresso, underscored by warm vanilla, toasted coconut oak, and a whisper of dried dark fruit.

The palate is sumptuous and full-bodied, the mouthfeel silky and almost chewy at 13% ABV, with sweetness beautifully counterbalanced by a firm roasted bitterness. Flavours of bittersweet cocoa, caramel toffee, bourbon-kissed vanilla, and a subtle earthy tobacco note build in layers of complexity. The finish is long and warming, with the oak and spirit character fading gracefully into a clean, persistent chocolate fade. A beer built equally for immediate pleasure and extended cellaring. Explore the full community ratings on Untappd: https://untappd.com/b/holy-mountain-brewing-midnight-still-2024/6103399

Food Pairing

The Holy Mountain Midnight Still 2026 imperial stout pairs magnificently with a slow-roasted dark chocolate fondant cake, where the beer’s cocoa and bourbon depth mirrors the dessert’s bitter-sweet intensity. Equally compelling alongside an aged Comté or Gruyère — the cheese’s nutty, crystalline character cuts through the richness of this holy mountain midnight still with elegant precision.

Holy Mountain Brewing Midnight Still Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout (2026)