The
base beer is the recipe of 2014 Stone Homebrew Competition winner Chris
Banker, an intensely flavorful milk stout brewed with cocoa, coffee and
spices to mimic the rich flavors of Mexican hot chocolate.

IN THE MASH

U.S. Pale, Maris Otter Pale, Crystal, Black Patent, Coffee Malt & Chocolate Malt

IN THE BOIL

Challenger & East Kent Golding Hops

SPECIAL INGREDIENTS

Lactose, Flaked Oats, Coffee, Vanilla, Pasilla Peppers, Nutmeg, Cinnamon & Cocoa

AGED

3 Months in American Oak Kentucky Bourbon Barrels

CELLAR NOTES

Time spent in bourbon barrels gave an already complex beer even more
complexity and flavor intensity, layering additional caramel-like and
vanilla flavors on top of those already present. Aromas of rich coffee
and dark chocolate are followed by nutmeg and cinnamon; a lush, heavy
mouthfeel laden with charred oak and toffee engulfs the palate on the
first sip. Lingering pasilla pepper and soft oak flavors persist through
an exceptionally long finish in this intensely rich and satisfying
beer.