Toppling Goliath Kentucky Brunch Brand Stout 2020 Imperial Stout

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Kentucky Brunch Brand Stout (KBBS) 2020 is one of the most coveted imperial stouts ever brewed in America. Jet-black and viscous, it pours with a delayed mocha-hued head and an oily sheen that clings to the glass. The nose erupts with intense espresso, maple syrup, and dark chocolate, underpinned by a generous wave of bourbon. On the palate, maple candy and fudge brownie lead the charge, yielding to roasty coffee and a gentle whiskey warmth at the finish. Despite its formidable 12% ABV, the mouthfeel is extraordinarily smooth and full-bodied — a near-perfect expression of the barrel-aged imperial stout style.

Food Pairing

The 2020 KBBS reaches its zenith alongside a wedge of aged Comté or Gruyère, whose nutty crystalline depth mirrors the beer’s caramel and bourbon backbone. For dessert, a dark-chocolate fondant with a salted caramel core amplifies every layer of espresso, maple, and roasted malt in the glass.