Side Project — Persona Complete Set CK RL MM DD TM

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

The complete Persona set is a master class in double barrel-aged decadence, each expression bearing personal initials and a distinct character. Expect rich waves of dark chocolate and vanilla layered over cognac warmth, oak tannins, and toasted almond. The Mizunara and Pear Brandy components contribute exotic spice and orchard fruit nuance, while bourbon casks lend deep boozy sweetness and caramelized sugar. Complex, contemplative, and unapologetically luxurious, these blends showcase Cory King’s no-compromise philosophy with barrel booze warmth, oak-driven depth, and the kind of layered finish reserved for the most ambitious imperial stouts.

Food Pairing

Pair with a dense flourless chocolate torte topped with toasted almonds and crème fraîche to mirror the cocoa, oak, and nutty cookie notes. Alternatively, serve alongside an aged hard cheese flight, Comté and Mimolette, with dark cherry preserves and walnuts to complement the cognac warmth and barrel-driven complexity.

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.