charbay stout whiskey bottle

Charbay Stout Whiskey

In 2011 Marko became intrigued with the idea of distilling a whiskey from one of his favorite dark beers, Bear Republic’s Big Bear Black Stout (which they don’t make anymore). Made with over five different malts, Centennial and Cascade Hops, and at 8.1%, it sure had plenty to be curious about. If a distinctive flavor, far from the tried and true, makes you excited, this hopped whiskey distilled from Stout will be to your liking.

– Made from bottle-ready, fully brewed Bear Republic Big Bear Black Stout
– Distilled in our custom-made Alambic pot still
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Aged for 50 months in French oak barrels

What’s it like?
A rich palate of coffee, chocolate and orange zest, unfolding layer after layer.

Tasting Profile
Palate: Baking spices, roasted coffee, chocolate malt, vanilla, freshened with orange zest and mint.
Finish: Dark malt, brown spice, bitter chocolate and lingering traces of dry oak.
Alcohol 49.5% | 99 Proof | 750ml

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“a more mellow nose, offering a curio cabinet full of brown sugar, cinnamon, incense, and more grain character…”
– Christopher Null, Drinkhacker

Marko on making Stout Whiskey

“Single malts only use a single malt—this Stout has over five different malts, as well as adjuncts and several different hop varieties. All of these qualities come through into an extremely complex whiskey.”

Stout Whiskey Food Pairing Ideas

Experience the fun of pairing a glass of Stout Whiskey with food. Here are some recipes to start your discovery!
Stout Whiskey & Food Pairing

charbay stout whiskey on a table with hops, anise and orange
a bottle of charbay stout whiskey outside in the woods
charbay pot still in the distillery