Technical Details
Style
Imperial Stout
ABV
16.5%
Origin
USA
Aging
Bourbon barrel 19+ months
Tasting Profile
The nose opens with intense dark chocolate and espresso, layered with bourbon-soaked vanilla, dried figs, and a whisper of tobacco leaf. On the palate, viscous waves of blackstrap molasses and dark caramel meld with roasted malt complexity, while oak tannins provide structured backbone. Bourbon barrel influence brings warming vanilla custard and toasted coconut notes. The finish is remarkably long and warming, with lingering dark chocolate, charred oak, and a subtle raisin sweetness that balances the 16.5% alcohol with impressive grace and integration.
Food Pairing
Pair with a dark chocolate torte featuring salted caramel and hazelnuts, where the beer’s roasted malt and bourbon characteristics complement the dessert’s richness while cutting through its sweetness. Alternatively, serve alongside aged Stilton or Roquefort with candied walnuts—the beer’s viscosity and warming alcohol balance the cheese’s sharp, creamy intensity while echoing its complex umami depth.
About Moksa Brewing Company
Moksa Brewing Company was established in 2016 in Rocklin, California, quickly earning recognition as one of the most sought-after craft breweries on the American West Coast. Founded by Kenny Goss and Dan Carnahan, Moksa has built its reputation on an unwavering commitment to brewing intensely hopped, fruit-forward IPAs that showcase the full aromatic potential of contemporary hop varieties. The brewery’s name, derived from the Sanskrit word for liberation, reflects their philosophy of freeing beer from conventional boundaries through bold experimentation and meticulous attention to ingredient quality.
Moksa specializes in hazy IPAs and double IPAs that emphasize tropical fruit characteristics, juicy mouthfeel, and vibrant hop expression while maintaining exceptional balance. Their small-batch approach and limited distribution model have cultivated a devoted following, with releases regularly drawing enthusiasts from across the region. The brewery operates from a compact facility where hands-on production methods ensure consistency and quality control. Moksa has become emblematic of California’s modern IPA movement, distinguished by their technical precision and willingness to push the boundaries of hop-centric brewing while maintaining the drinkability that has become their hallmark.
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