Portland, Oregon-based Migration Brewing recently released a truly delectable imperial stout that is clearly positioned to enhance your experience of the cold winter months by warming you up while providing a delicious flavor profile.
The 'Frankie Imperial Stout' boasts bold notes of chocolate and dry fruits which are attributed to the carefully curated blend of American and English ale yeasts utilized as part of the fermenting process. This particular brew makes use of premium cocoa powder procured from France-based chocolatiers Valrhona in addition to cacao nibs from San Francisco-based TCHO. It is also barrel aged, which enhances its depth of flavor beyond what is possible with any old chocolate stout.
The end result is a beverage which is hugely satisfying but also accessible to stout enthusiasts and casuals alike.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Cocoa-spiked Imperial Stouts
- The 'Frankie Imperial Stout' combines a carefully curated blend of American and English ale yeasts with premium cocoa powder and cacao nibs, resulting in a flavor explosion.
- Winter Seasonal Beers
- Migration Brewing's imperial stout is a perfect brew for the cold winter months, offering a warming and delectable flavor profile.
- Barrel-aged Craft Beers
- The barrel aging process of the 'Frankie Imperial Stout' adds depth and complexity to its flavors, making it stand out from other chocolate stouts.
Who This Affects Most
- Craft Brewing
- The 'Frankie Imperial Stout' showcases the creativity and innovation in the craft brewing industry, incorporating unique ingredients and aging techniques.
- Chocolate and Cocoa
- The use of premium cocoa powder from France and cacao nibs from San Francisco highlights the potential for collaboration between breweries and chocolate/cocoa producers.
- Winter Beverage Market
- Migration Brewing's imperial stout taps into the demand for seasonal winter beverages that offer bold and satisfying flavors.
