Boulevard's Imperial Stout Aged in Whiskey Barrels

Last one in the Great Eight box (excepting Tank 7, which I've had before). Did I ever mention that I really like stouts, especially in the colder seasons of the year? And if you're going to brew a stout, why not go all out, making it an imperial at 11.0% ABV and aging it in whiskey barrels? The stout pours a nearly impenetrable black, with an almost imperceptible tan head. You can really taste the whiskey here, augmented by the alcohol heat - this must be the first batch brewed with these particular barrels (the taste that the barrels impart gets weaker each time it's used). The taste is quite strong, redolent of milk chocolate and espresso. Hints of vanilla, figs, and black cherries. We may have our Joyce Family Christmas beer!