The Bruery Black Tuesday 2023 | Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

The Bruery Black Tuesday (2023) pours an impenetrable jet black with virtually no light penetration and a minimal, quickly receding tan head — classic for a beer of this gravity and density. The nose is immediately arresting: waves of crème brûlée, poached figs, and milk chocolate lead, underscored by toasted bourbon oak, dark caramel, and a whisper of anise. On the palate, the mouthfeel is full-bodied, almost viscous, with a rich syrupy coating that belies the 19.5% ABV. Sweetness is generous but structured, anchored by deep notes of dark chocolate fudge, roasted malt, vanilla custard, and burnt sugar.

Bitterness is restrained, serving more as a counterweight to the sweetness than a standalone character. A hint of charred oak and blackstrap molasses carries through to the finish, which is long, warming, and surprisingly smooth for a beer at this strength. The finish lingers with bourbon heat and dark dried fruit. Best enjoyed from a small snifter at cellar temperature, Black Tuesday 2023 rewards patience — and the devoted collector willing to cellar it for two to five additional years. Explore full community reviews on [Untappd](https://untappd.com/b/the-bruery-black-tuesday-2023/5551131).

Food Pairing

The Bruery Black Tuesday 2023 bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout demands equally indulgent partners at the table. Pair it with a rich dark chocolate fondant or flourless chocolate torte — the bittersweet cocoa amplifies the beer’s crème brûlée and vanilla depths beautifully. Alternatively, a wedge of aged Époisses de Bourgogne on walnut bread creates a remarkable contrast, the pungent, creamy cheese cutting through the beer’s intense sweetness and roasted weight with striking elegance.

The Bruery Black Tuesday (2023)