Toppling Goliath — Toppling Waters

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Toppling Waters pours pitch-black with a dense mocha crown, a collaboration showcasing the artistry of double-barrel aging. The nose erupts with bourbon-soaked oak, warm maple syrup, and dark chocolate fudge, layered over notes of espresso and toasted caramel. On the palate, waves of roasted malt give way to silky vanilla, rich toffee, and a deep maple sweetness that intertwines with charred oak and bourbon warmth. The body is full and luxurious, finishing with lingering impressions of cocoa nibs, candied pecan, and a whisper of smoky char. A decadent, contemplative pour built for slow sipping.

Food Pairing

Pair with a flourless dark chocolate torte topped with maple-bourbon caramel to mirror the beer’s confectionary depth. Alternatively, serve alongside a wedge of aged blue cheese with toasted walnuts and fig jam, where the salty richness and earthy sweetness balance the stout’s roasted intensity and barrel-driven warmth.

About Toppling Goliath Brewing Company

Toppling Goliath Brewing Company was founded in 2009 in Decorah, Iowa, a small town in the northeastern part of the state. What began as a modest operation has evolved into one of America’s most sought-after craft breweries, earning a cult following among beer enthusiasts worldwide. The brewery has built its reputation on producing exceptionally bold, hop-forward beers with meticulous attention to ingredient quality and brewing precision.

Toppling Goliath is particularly renowned for its India Pale Ales, with their flagship offerings showcasing intensely aromatic hop profiles and complex flavour layering. The brewery’s commitment to small-batch production and limited distribution has only heightened demand for their beers, which often appear on allocation lists and trade highly among collectors. Their brewing philosophy centres on pushing boundaries while maintaining balance and drinkability, even in their most intensely flavoured offerings.

The name itself reflects the David versus Goliath ethos of craft brewing, with a small independent brewery challenging established industry giants through quality and innovation. Their beers consistently rank among the highest-rated in the world, cementing Toppling Goliath’s status as an iconic American craft brewery.