Dimensional Brewing French Toasted | Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Dimensional Brewing Company’s French Toasted is a decadent pastry imperial stout from the acclaimed Dubuque, Iowa brewery, celebrated for pushing the boundaries of barrel-aged dark ales. In the glass it pours a near-opaque jet black with deep mahogany edges and a modest tan head that leaves a thin lacing ring. The nose opens with an unmistakable wave of warm maple syrup and toasted brioche, layered over roasted malt, cinnamon dusted vanilla, and a whisper of bourbon oak from the barrel aging program. On the palate, the mouthfeel is luxuriously full and velvety, with low carbonation amplifying the dessert-forward character.

Sweetness is pronounced but balanced by the bittersweet cocoa roast of the base stout. Key flavour notes deliver on every promise of the name: French toast batter soaked in maple syrup, cinnamon spice, caramelised brown sugar, and a lingering bourbon warmth through the finish. The finish is long, softly sweet, and gently warming. Best enjoyed slightly warmer than cellar temperature to unlock the full aromatic complexity of this indulgent, highly limited release from one of Iowa’s most sought-after craft breweries.

Food Pairing

Dimensional Brewing French Toasted pairs magnificently with a classic crème brûlée, where the caramelised sugar crust mirrors the beer’s toasted malt sweetness. For a savoury contrast, serve alongside a mature aged Gruyère and a drizzle of wildflower honey on artisan sourdough — the nutty, toasty notes of the cheese elevate the dimensional brewing french toasted imperial stout’s maple and cinnamon depth beautifully.

Dimensional Brewing Company French Toasted