Brewed By:
Deschutes Brewery
Self-Defined Style:
Imperial Stout A deep, dark Imperial Stout, The Abyss has almost immeasurable depth and complexity. Hints of molasses, licorice and other alluring flavors make it something not just to quaff, but contemplate.
As for the great "drink it now or let it age" debate, we stand clearly on the fence. Distinct and delicious on release, the flavors meld and fuse into an entirely different pleasure a year on.
Best With:
Caramelized Onions and Abyss Infused Cream Cheese on Pepper Crackers
Special Attributes:
Big Beer (+8.0% ABV)
Special Attributes:
Imperial Style Beer
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Vintage Beer (Evolves with Age) Awards:
Silver Medal, Imperial Stout 2008 European Beer Star Awards
Gold Medal, Imperial Stout 2007 Great American Beer Festival
Best Beer Above 7%, International Champion Beer & Supreme Champion 2007 International Beer Challenge
#1 Best Stouts & Porters 2007 Men's Journal October Issue
Gold Medal, Strong Ales 2007 California Brewer's Festival
Gold Medal, Stout Category 2007 San Diego County Fair
Gold Medal, Imperial Stout Category 2007 North American Beer Awards
Gold Medal, Strong Ale Category 2007 West Coast Brew Fest
Bronze Medal, Imperial Stout Category 2007 Australian International Beer Awards
Comments
The Abyss
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Overall Impression: Not so much
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