Eddie Russell responded by pulling some of the oldest and most distinctive barrels in inventory and blending them into a whiskey that landed at near barrel proof despite reading only 91 on the label

The use of Colorado Montmorency cherries aged in oak barrels creates a tart

A slight dryness and the barest hint of hops close things out

A gentle earthiness anchors the aromatics

A thread of spice and subtle chocolate sustains well beyond the last sip

Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Stout 4Pk highland Eddie Russell responded by pullingGoose Island Bourbon County Brand Stout 4Pk is a 14. 8% ABV American imperial stout aged in bourbon barrels the beer that launched the barrel aged stout category in 1992. Rated a perfect 100 on BeerAdvocate across more than 13,000 reviews, it remains one of the most sought after annual beer releases in the country. Quick Facts: ABV: 14. 8% Origin: Chicago, Illinois Aged ~12 Months in Bourbon Barrels Brewery: Goose Island Beer Company Production &