EPISODE 30: SHACKIN’ THE FOOL WITH L.A. IMPERIALS indonesian CIVETS & Boston sTEVE

Maybe we mistakenly identify a civet as a rat. In all fairness, it’s still a half-cat/half-mongoose. It still plays an integral role in this edition of the Stoutcast podcast with Sacramento Beer Week creator Dan Scott and Boston Steve, who we plucked from the bar. Hear all about mammals, dating advice and the perfect camping and movie-watching stouts, most of which we discovered at Michael’s Liquor in Santa Clarita. CLICK HERE FOR THE PODCAST!

Bravery Brewing Karova Milk 5.3 % ABV

Bob: Light, a little fruity, GOOD/VERY GOOD

Steve: Definitely get the creamy, and the smoky, Tasty. GOOD/VERY GOOD

Dan: Clockwork Orange never tasted so good. A little roasty, very tasty VERY GOOD

Guinness Imperial in Bulleit Bourbon barrels Imperial 10.2 % ABV

Bob: Delivers as promised. Surprisingly good for stouts VERY GOOD

Steve: Woo hoo. This is a delight. VERY GOOD

Dan: One note bourbon overwhelms. Finishes clean. GOOD

Acoustic Ales Unplugged Kopi Luwak/Jim Beam Imperial Coffee 12.5 %

Dan: The Kopi Luwak beans are "processed" by a herd of Asian palm civets whose digestive systems do something to the beans before they are defecate. No joke. Doesn't come off like 12.5%. Jim Beam dominates, little coffee. Great for breakfast GOOD

Bob: This is gross in theory. Not getting the oatmeal. Little tangy... urp. GOOD/VERY GOOD

Steve: Do I want to try this? Your rating system confuses me. Oh hey! VERY GOOD.

Clownshoes Blaecorn Unidragon Russian Imperial 11.5% ABV

Bob: Too many hops for me. Delivers as promised GOOD/VERY GOOD

Steve: Long distance request and dedication to Filthy Phil. I wish candles came in this scent. VERY GOOD

Dan: I just want to smell this. Big and aggressive. Typical of the brewery. It makes me think. Lots of nuance. But taste-wise, for me, it's GOOD.

Goose Island Bourbon County (2017) Barrel-aged Imperial 14.5% abv

Bob: Super sweet. The alcohol content is evident, but enjoyable. VERY GOOD/EXCELLENT

Steve: Very balanced. VERY GOOD/EXCELLENT pretty close to Eclipse

Dan: So sweet. This is a good one to share. VERY GOOD. Nice balance.

Mikkeller Black w/ De Proefbrouwerij American Imperial 17.5%

Bob: Fruity. High octane. Too much for me. But it delivers as promised. FAIR/GOOD

Steve: I love black licorice. This is delicious. VERY GOOD.

Dan: One-eyed made in Belgium. So big. Black licorice. GOOD. Delivers as promised.