Blackout Brewing Junk Deluxe Bourbon BA Imperial Stout Beer Specialty Beer 33 cl 12%

Junk Deluxe is Blackout Brewing's take on the pure, concentrated bourbon stout - no fruit, no sherry, just heavy malts and the full power of the barrel.

Expert description of Blackout Brewing Junk Deluxe Bourbon BA Imperial Stout

Junk Deluxe is a powerful and dark Imperial Stout at 12% from the Romanian brewery Blackout Brewing, where heavy malts, deep sweetness and pronounced bourbon barrel ageing melt together into an intense, dessert-like whole. The beer appears almost black in the glass with a thick, oily viscosity that already hints at its concentrated character and high complexity.

The aroma opens with dark chocolate, burnt caramel and roasted malts, followed by distinct bourbon notes of vanilla, oak and a warm alcoholic sweetness. Beneath the first layers you find dark brown sugar, molasses and a light smoky wood note, giving the aroma depth and an almost syrupy fullness. The flavour is full-bodied, creamy and dense, with a pronounced malt profile delivering cocoa, espresso, liquorice and dark caramelised sugar layers.

The bourbon barrels add warmth, vanilla, spice and a rounded wood character that balances the beer's sweetness and gives a harmonious yet powerful whole. The finish is long, deep and persistent with notes of dark chocolate, toasted oak, bourbon and a sweet, warm ending.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Dark chocolate, burnt caramel, vanilla and oak.

Taste

Cocoa, espresso, liquorice and dark caramelised sugar layers.

Finish

Long and persistent with toasted oak, bourbon and a sweet, warm ending.

Specifications

Name: Junk Deluxe
Brewery: Blackout Brewing
Country/Region: Romania
Beer Style: Barrel Aged Imperial Stout
ABV: 12%
Size: 33 CL
Ingredients: Water, barley malt, hops, yeast
Allergens: Contains barley malt
Serving Suggestion: Enjoy at 12-14°C in a snifter glass, ideally as a slow solo pleasure

Flavour Profile

Concentrated · Spiced · Chocolatey · Barrel-aged

Did You Know?

Junk Deluxe stands out from the brewery's other barrel-aged stouts by not using extra sweeteners like maple or sherry - the whole profile comes from malt and bourbon barrel alone.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Blackout Brewing Junk Deluxe Bourbon BA Imperial Stout

What does Junk Deluxe taste like?

It tastes of cocoa, espresso, liquorice and dark caramelised sugar layers, spiced by the bourbon barrel's vanilla and oak.

Is Junk Deluxe worth it?

Yes, the pure, concentrated approach to bourbon stout makes it a solid choice for those wanting malt and barrel character without extra sweet additions.

How strong is Junk Deluxe?

At 12% alcohol it's among the brewery's strongest releases and should be enjoyed in smaller glasses.

How should Junk Deluxe be served?

Best at 12-14°C in a snifter glass, where the bourbon aromas can unfold.

What food pairs well with Junk Deluxe?

It works great as a solo pleasure or alongside dark chocolate.

Where does Blackout Brewing come from?

From Cluj-Napoca, Romania, a brewery known for powerful, barrel-aged Imperial Stouts.