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Beer Advent Calendar – Day 16: Deschutes Abyss presented by BrewDad

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Beer Advent Calendar – Day 16: Deschutes Abyss presented by BrewDad

To celebrate the Holiday Season, 2Beerguys.com and Seacoastbeveragelab.com have teamed up with beer bloggers around the country to host the first annual beer bloggers advent calendar. This is the season of sharing and we intend to share our love of beer with you. 31Bloggers Blogging – click here for the running list of beers/bloggers.

• Blogger: Mike from BrewDad
• Website: http://www.brewdad.com/

• Beer: Deschutes Abyss
• Brewery: Deschutes Brewing Co.
• Website: http://www.deschutesbrewery.com

Commercial Description:
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.

Sixth release – November 15, 2011!

Details:

• Style: Imperial Stout
• ABV: 11%
• Bitterness: 65 IBUs

Why I selected the Abyss from Deschutes:

Every holiday season for the past few years I have had the chance to pick up some the truly awesome Deschutes Abyss – Imperial Stout that is barrel aged to utmost perfection. This is a truly awesome treat and for me BrewDad the best part is opening a bottle on a cold Christmas Eve as I sip and watch my “Little L” open her presents. Nothing better than this my friends.

Thick rich chocolate malts, molasses and added barrel aging lends to the smooth flavors and aromas. Over the years as they get even more popular it is getting harder to find this tasty brew. If you ever have the chance to find this on draught tell the bartender your going to “Occupy” this place until that keg is empty. I have also found it almost impossible to open any of the vintage Abyss I have due to they are becoming so rare.

The beer is available very scarcely through out the West coast and is making its way east as Deschutes opens more distribution. This is a very limited beer to find.

About BrewDad:

I am always Searching for the Ultimate Barley Pop. Over the past 5 years as I have been writing my blog I have come across some great people, brewers, places and beers. The people and places I have visited have been truly spectacular and I have been greeted with such warmth and hospitality as I continue my quest across this great land to find that one beer that will make me stop. Oh sure that will never happen. I find it hard to write bad reviews so I am not going to be that guy. For me it is about the fun, passion and truly awesome industry I love to follow. OK so I am a fan and I love to talk, chat and gossip beer.

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• Blog – www.brewdad.com
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About Deschutes Brewery:
Located in beautiful Bend, Oregon, Deschutes Brewery overlooks the wild and scenic Deschutes River. It’s home base to our adventurous, award-winning lineup of pioneering beers.

The tasting room serves as your hub. Ambassadors will explain the fine points of our beers, brewing and even insider Bend travel tips. You can pick up Deschutes Hats, T-shirts, glasses and more. Even grab beer-to-go in growlers, cases and six-packs.

With breathtaking Cascade views in a casually-upscale setting, our Mountain Room plays unique host to special events, business meetings, weddings, rehearsal dinners and corporate events. An on-site manager oversees everything so you just relax with your guests. http://www.deschutesbrewery.com