Moksa Singularity 2021 Advanced Select (2021) Imperial Stout

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

A meticulously curated single-barrel imperial stout from Moksa’s acclaimed Singularity series, the 2021 Advanced Select expression pours pitch-black with a viscous, oil-slick body. The nose unfolds with layered dark chocolate, rich vanillin, and warm bourbon-soaked oak. On the palate, waves of caramel, roasted malt, and dried figs intertwine with pronounced oaky tannin and lingering spirit warmth. Aged over 19 months without adjuncts, this release showcases pure barrel character at its most refined: decadent, complex, and remarkably integrated, with each sip revealing deeper nuances of vanilla bean, toasted coconut hints, and bourbon-laced sweetness.

Food Pairing

Pair with a dense flourless dark chocolate torte to amplify the cocoa and vanillin notes, allowing the bourbon warmth to cut through the richness. Alternatively, serve alongside a wedge of aged Stilton or blue cheese with fig preserves, where the salty funk and sweet fruit echo the stout’s oaky tannins and dried fig undertones beautifully.

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.