Revolution — Double Barrel V.S.O.R

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

The nose opens with assertive bourbon-soaked oak, dark caramel, and dried cherry, underscored by peppery rye spice and warming alcohol. On the palate, this substantial rye wine delivers viscous layers of toffee, vanilla bean, and maraschino cherry, while the rye grain contributes a distinctive spicy backbone that cuts through the sweetness. Oak tannins provide structure alongside notes of toasted almond and dark chocolate. The finish is long and warming, with lingering bourbon character, baking spices, and a pleasant tannic grip that balances the beer’s considerable alcoholic strength.

Food Pairing

Pair with slow-braised short ribs or coffee-rubbed brisket, where the beer’s oak tannins and rye spice complement the rich, caramelized meat while the bourbon notes echo charred flavors. Alternatively, serve alongside aged Gouda or Comté—the cheese’s crystalline texture and nutty sweetness harmonize beautifully with the caramel and vanilla notes while standing up to the beer’s intensity.

About Revolution Brewing

Revolution Brewing opened its doors in 2010 as a brewpub on Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood, quickly establishing itself as a cornerstone of the city’s craft beer renaissance. Founded by Josh Deth, whose passion for brewing was ignited during visits to Bell’s Brewery while attending the University of Michigan, the brewery brought together serious talent from the outset. Deth recruited Jim Cibak, a respected brewmaster with experience at notable operations including Three Floyds Brewing, whom he had met during his time at Goose Island Brewery. The operation expanded rapidly, opening a dedicated production facility with canning and bottling lines in the nearby Avondale neighborhood in 2012. Revolution Brewing has earned recognition from the industry’s most prestigious competitions, including the Great American Beer Festival and the World Beer Cup, cementing its reputation beyond Chicago. The brewery gained additional cultural prominence when it served as a filming location for the 2013 romantic comedy-drama Drinking Buddies, starring Olivia Wilde and Jake Johnson as brewery employees, introducing Revolution’s authentic brewing environment to a broader audience.