Side Project — Reverberant Rye

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Reverberant Bourbon pours deep mahogany with a thin, lacing head that hints at the considerable strength beneath. The bourbon barrel influence asserts itself immediately, layering warm vanilla and toasted oak across a luxurious base of caramel and dark toffee. Brown sugar and molasses lend depth, while ribbons of dark fruit, fig, raisin, and dried cherry, weave through the malt-forward core. The bourbon character lingers on the palate, contributing whiskey-soaked warmth that echoes long after each sip. Full-bodied and decadent, this American barleywine balances sweetness with oak tannins, finishing with reverberating notes of vanilla, spirit, and dark caramelized sugars.

Food Pairing

Pair with a slice of aged sharp cheddar or a wedge of blue cheese to contrast the beer’s caramel sweetness. For dessert, try sticky toffee pudding or pecan pie, where the bourbon, vanilla, and brown sugar notes amplify the beer’s barrel-aged richness beautifully.

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.