# Limited-Edition Imperial Stouts Great Lakes Brewing Co. Re-Releases Its Barrel Aged Blackout Stout By Kalin Ned | Published 2024-12-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackout-stout References: [bevnet](https://www.bevnet.com/pr/2024/12/03/great-lakes-brewing-co-releases-limited-barrel-aged-blackout-stout)  [Great Lakes Brewing Co.'s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanutbutter-milk-stout) [Barrel Aged](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-ales) Blackout Stout is a limited-edition imperial stout that carries the legacy of the 2003 blackout. This particular version is aged for eight months in bourbon barrels and boasts a robust 12.5% ABV. The beer appeals to craft beer enthusiasts who enjoy high-alcohol, barrel-aged brews with intricate flavor profiles. The rich interplay of bourbon barrel influences adds depth and a touch of sweetness that complements the stout's natural bitterness. Known for its deep, roasted character and rich flavor complexity, the Barrel Aged Blackout Stout is a standout within Great Lakes Brewing Co.'s [barrel aging program](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrelaged-coffee). Consumers interested in unique seasonal releases or high-quality stouts may appreciate the return of this fan favorite, especially given its limited availability and the brewery’s innovative approach with various flavor variants. Image Credit: Great Lakes Brewing Co. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 32% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrelaged-stout.md) - [Robustly Barrel-Aged Imperial Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrel-aged-imperial-stout.md) - [Barrel-Aged Imperial Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrelaged-imperial-stouts.md) - [Barrel-Aged Milk Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrelaged-milk-stout.md) - [Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-barrelaged-stout.md) - [Barrel-Aged Christmas Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-ales.md) - [Limited-Edition Bottled Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrelaged-stouts.md) - [Chocolate-Heavy Imperial Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolateheavy-imperial-stout.md) - [International Micro-Brewed Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origin-of-darkness.md)