Side Project — Symmetry

Détails techniques

Profil de dégustation

The nose opens with assertive bourbon-soaked vanilla and charred oak, layered with dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and subtle leather. On the palate, Symmetry reveals remarkable depth—waves of bittersweet cocoa, espresso, and molasses mingle with warming bourbon heat and toasted oak tannins. The barrel integration is seamless, adding complexity without overwhelming the rich stout base. The finish lingers with pleasant bourbon warmth, fading dark chocolate, and a touch of tobacco and dried fruit, leaving a sophisticated, contemplative impression that rewards slow sipping.

Accords avec les aliments

Pair with a rich chocolate torte or bourbon pecan pie to echo the dessert-like qualities while the beer’s roasted bitterness prevents cloying sweetness. Alternatively, serve alongside aged Gouda or Parmigiano-Reggiano—the crystalline texture and nutty umami complement the oak tannins and caramelized malt beautifully, creating an elegant interplay of sweet, savory, and roasted elements.

About Side Project Brewing

Side Project Brewing was founded in 2013 in Maplewood, Missouri, as an ambitious extension of Perennial Artisan Ales. Created by brewmaster Cory King, the brewery was conceived as a no-compromise venture dedicated to producing extremely limited quantities of experimental and barrel-aged beers. Side Project operates with a singular philosophy: to push the boundaries of brewing without regard to commercial constraints or production schedules, releasing beers only when they reach optimal maturity and quality.

The brewery has earned international recognition for its exceptional barrel-aged stouts, wild ales, and fruited sour beers, with many releases becoming highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Side Project’s meticulous approach involves extensive barrel aging programs, often utilizing premium wine and spirit barrels, and incorporating unique ingredients to create complex, nuanced flavor profiles. Their small-batch production model and unwavering commitment to quality over quantity have established them as one of the most respected names in American craft brewing. The brewery’s reputation is built on consistently delivering beers of extraordinary depth and character, making their limited releases among the most anticipated in the global beer community.

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