The Bruery Grey Monday 2019 Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

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The Bruery Grey Monday (2019) pours an impenetrable, inky black into the glass, revealing zero head and the barest whisper of carbonation — a visual cue to the monumental richness within. On the nose, the aromatics are immediately arresting: deep roasted dark chocolate and heavy malt lead, followed by smoky bourbon oak, luscious vanilla bean, and the unmistakable warmth of toasted hazelnut that deepens further with each moment in the glass. Toffee, molasses, dried dark stone fruit, and subtle tobacco weave through as the beer opens up. On the palate, the mouthfeel is thick and coating — heavier than medium-bodied yet never cloying — delivering a complex interplay of dry bitter cocoa, charred oak, sweet dark malt, and the signature nuttiness of Oregon-grown hazelnuts.

The 20.8% ABV integrates with remarkable composure, adding warmth without overt heat. The finish is long, rich, and deeply satisfying, leaving lingering impressions of caramel, bourbon char, and roasted hazelnut. A beer of exceptional aging potential, Grey Monday 2019 rewards patience and contemplation in equal measure. Explore the full community reviews on Untappd: https://untappd.com/b/the-bruery-grey-monday-2019/3240598.

Food Pairing

The Bruery Grey Monday 2019 imperial stout pairs magnificently with a dark chocolate and hazelnut tart — the beer’s own hazelnut character mirrors and amplifies the dessert’s nuttiness while the bourbon barrel depth cuts through rich cocoa. Alternatively, serve alongside an aged Gouda or a well-matured Comté: the crystalline, caramel notes of the cheese echo the toffee and vanilla layers of this celebrated barrel-aged imperial stout from Placentia, California.

The Bruery Grey Monday (2019)