Modern Times Phenom Rye Stout Imperial Stout

Few imperial stouts command attention quite like the Phenom Rye Imperial Stout from Modern Times Beer — a San Diego-based brewery that has consistently redefined the boundaries of American craft brewing. This extraordinary release is a bold, barrel-aged colossus built on a foundation of rye malt. Then pushing the style into new territory with a complexity and depth that collectors and connoisseurs will find genuinely arresting. At once indulgent and cerebral, Phenom is not merely a beer — it is a statement.

Craft, Origin and Rarity

Founded in 2013 in San Diego, California, Modern Times has earned a fiercely loyal following for its uncompromising approach to big, flavour-forward ales. The Phenom Rye Imperial Stout represents one of the brewery’s most ambitious expressions, blending the roasty intensity of a classic imperial stout with the distinctive spice and dry edge that rye malt imparts. Produced in limited quantities and rarely seen outside the United States, this bottle is a genuine rarity on the Swiss market — a collector’s piece as much as a drinking experience.

Tasting Notes and Sensory Profile

Phenom pours a dense, near-opaque black with a tan collar of fine foam. On the nose, expect rich waves of dark chocolate, espresso, and roasted grain, layered beneath notes of dried dark fruit, vanilla, and a subtle woody spice from the rye. The palate is full-bodied and luxuriously smooth, delivering flavours of bittersweet cocoa. Also molasses, toasted oak, and a warming, peppery finish that lingers with remarkable persistence. The rye backbone lends a dry complexity that keeps every sip engaging.

Serving and Pairing Suggestions

• Serve in a tulip or snifter glass at 12–14°C to fully open the aromas
• Pairs beautifully with aged hard cheeses, dark chocolate desserts, or smoked meats
• Cellars well — this beer will continue to evolve gracefully over several years

This exceptional release is available at Wines & Spirits SA Switzerland. Where it is offered as part of our carefully curated selection of rare and collectible craft beers from around the world. At CHF 75, Phenom Rye Imperial Stout represents a remarkable opportunity to experience the pinnacle of American craft brewing without crossing the Atlantic.