Around the time of the Louisiana purchase, beer was shipped in barrels. If one had been lucky enough to receive a used Bourbon barrel full of Imperial Stout, this is what his or her happy taste buds would have encountered: roasty, rich, malty Imperial Stout with a strong dose of caramel, oak, and Bourbon character.
This is a perfect beer to pair with hearty, cold-weather dishes, smoked meats, and virtually any dessert (especially chocolate).
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