Epic Brewing 2023 Big Bad Baptist Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout Variants announced
After over a year of planning, brewing, obsessing, barrel-aging, and blending; Epic Brewing will release the 2023 Big Bad Baptist Barrel Aged Imperial Stout Series. The SLC, Utah based brewery is known for Big Bad Baptist, one of the most well respected Imperial Stouts in the world. Every year they release different barrel-aged variants with different themes and culinary confection flavors, this special series is among the earliest examples of pastry stouts and is sought after by beer nerds nationwide.
The flagship year-round version of Big Bad Baptist is a luxuriously rich imperial stout aged in used whiskey / bourbon barrels and then infused with real coffee and cacao nibs. It is also well respected as one of the best coffee beers in the world. Keep an eye on the release number as every batch gets a different dose of coffee.
This year’s six unique Big Bad Baptist variants are inspired by a combination of the brewer’s favorites, fan requests, and years of barrel-aging experience. And for the first time the Big Bad Baptist beers will be available in both 22oz bottles and 16oz cans.
Epic will be releasing all 6 of the new Big Bad Baptist beers at the SLC Brewery on Friday, October 27. The beers are distributed in Oregon via Day One Distribution, check Epic Brewing’s beer finder to see where they are distributed near you at https://www.epicbrewing.com/beer-finder to find them at a store near you.
The 2023 Big Bad Baptist Variants:
Naked Baptist
What you are about to drink is the naked depiction of Big Bad Baptist in the way God - I mean the brewers - intended it. Be ready to indulge in au naturel, Bourbon barrel-aged deliciousness, unadulterated by coffee and cacao. Jokes aside, the brewers have been begging to package this for years. Cheers to one of our favorite Epic beers ever!
S’Mores Big Bad Baptist
“Hey, you want a S’more? Some more of what, I haven’t had anything yet…You’re KILLING ME SMALLS!” - The Sandlot
S’mores Big Bad Baptist is our take on the classic campfire treat. Sit back, relax, and join us for a little taste of nostalgia.
Chocolate Caramel Sea Salt Big Bad Baptist
Indulge yourself in this barrel-aged goodie made with swirls of Alchemy chocolate, caramel, and a pinch of sea salt. This beer from your dreams is finessed with the precision of a world-class chocolatier. A confectioner’s delight!
Blueberry Pie Big Bad Baptist
We all love homemade dark chocolate blueberry pie, now imagine it was a beer! Indulge yourself in the charm of this unique, bourbon barrel-aged stout that was baked - I mean brewed - with blueberries and nutmeg. Each swig beckons another bite!
Coquito Big Bad Baptist
“I came down here looking for a story, but I found the strangest paradise on Earth. It’s where your secrets come to dance, and the voodoo works its magic. All of this may sound like some crazed hallucination, but it’s all true…I think.” - Hunter S. Thompson, The Rum Diary.
Inspired by the classic Puerto Rican cocktail, Coquito Big Bad Baptist is 100% aged in Rum barrels, laced with rum-soaked coconut, and finished with cinnamon and vanilla.
Brewers Keep Big Bad Baptist
Epic’s cellar team has over a decade of experience perfecting world-class barrel-aged beer. What you are holding in your hand was obsessed over for 12 months prior to bottling. The base beer of this brew is the highest gravity beer ever brewed at Epic! Using only choice bourbon barrels and in-house techniques, we’ve created a beer with flavors only attainable thhrough true craftmanship. Savor the experience!