Episode 552 – BA Coconutz

Like some sort of softball-sized, hairy drupe falling from a tree to knock us on the head, within this lineup of four beers is a surprise that almost completely brings the show to a grinding halt. But otherwise, it’s a fun little exploration of our relationship with coconut as an adjunct in barrel-aged stouts, and there’s no suntan lotion to be found here. Also, 3 Floyds is normal now, Disney is entering ill-advised music territory, Head & Shoulders should sponsor this episode, and Ryan explains why the result of this show is like checking for a cockroach in your shoe. (It’ll all make sense, later, we swear.) Thanks again to Dan Roemer for help in procuring the Phase Three!

ABV Chicago Episode 552 – BA Coconutz

Beers Reviewed

3 Floyds Brewing – Cocomungo (Imperial stout aged in bourbon barrels w/ toasted coconut and maple syrup)

Hop Butcher for the World – Steel (Bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout w/ vanilla beans and coconut)

Phase Three Brewing – Eunoia Batch 2 (Barrel-aged imperial stout w/ coconut and Saigon cinnamon)

Half Acre Beer Company – Double Barrel 2×4 Benthic 2023 (Double bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout w/ toasted coconut, vanilla, and coffee)