02/02/2009
Full Sail Brewing Co.
Black Gold Imperial Stout Release Party
McCormick & Schmicks
Harborside Restaurant
& Pilsner Room
0307 SW Montgomery
503-222-5353
5-7pm
Initially brewed in February 2008, and released as Full Sail Imperial Stout. A portion of the batch was reserved and aged for almost a year in Bourbon casks from Kentucky to create Black Gold. “This extended aging presents hints of vanilla and allows the Stout to pick up the
flavors of the wood, bourbon and oak. The aging combined with the robust character of the Imperial Stout make for an extraordinary and wonderful taste experience. It has a strong roasted malt character and a full body. Chocolate and caramel nuances blend with the hops for a smooth Imperial Stout,” described Jamie Emmerson of Full Sail Brewing Co. “It cellars well, if you store a few bottles in a dark, cool place and be patient – you will be rewarded for
your effort and restraint,” To help the beer aficionados that have the self-discipline to cellar this beer, Full Sail marks the bottle label with the reserve year. Black Gold will be available in 22 oz bottles and on draught. (ABV 10.5%, IBU 65)

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