Side Project — Deca- 10 (2023) Imperial Stout / Quadruple Blend

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Deca- 10 is a luxurious 10th anniversary blend that masks its formidable strength behind extraordinary depth. The Double Willett barrel-aged M.J.K. quadruple base contributes layered chocolate, caramel, and toffee, while the Noboleis Port barrel component weaves in plush dark fruit, red wine richness, and a hint of plum. Vanilla and oak from extended bourbon aging frame a gentle whiskey warmth, with the long-aged O.W.K. portion adding mature complexity. The mouthfeel is decadent and viscous, finishing with sweet vanilla, candied fig, and lingering bourbon-soaked oak that defines Side Project’s barrel-aged mastery.

Food Pairing

Pair with a dense flourless chocolate torte topped with port-macerated cherries, allowing the dark fruit and red wine notes to amplify the beer’s vinous character. Alternatively, serve alongside an aged Stilton with toasted walnuts and fig jam, where the salty richness contrasts beautifully with bourbon warmth, vanilla, and luxurious caramel sweetness.

About Side Project Brewing

Side Project Brewing was founded in 2013 in Maplewood, Missouri, as an ambitious extension of Perennial Artisan Ales. Created by brewmaster Cory King, the brewery was conceived as a no-compromise venture dedicated to producing extremely limited quantities of experimental and barrel-aged beers. Side Project operates with a singular philosophy: to push the boundaries of brewing without regard to commercial constraints or production schedules, releasing beers only when they reach optimal maturity and quality.

The brewery has earned international recognition for its exceptional barrel-aged stouts, wild ales, and fruited sour beers, with many releases becoming highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Side Project’s meticulous approach involves extensive barrel aging programs, often utilizing premium wine and spirit barrels, and incorporating unique ingredients to create complex, nuanced flavor profiles. Their small-batch production model and unwavering commitment to quality over quantity have established them as one of the most respected names in American craft brewing. The brewery’s reputation is built on consistently delivering beers of extraordinary depth and character, making their limited releases among the most anticipated in the global beer community.