Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Banana Stout
Imperial Stout

Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Banana Stout

Goose Island16.9 OZ14.3% ABV

Decadent liquid bananas foster aged in rich bourbon barrels

This decadent imperial stout is aged in bourbon barrels with banana, cacao nibs, and brown sugar to recreate the classic dessert. It delivers a rich, velvety palate where sweet caramelized banana notes fuse seamlessly with deep baker's chocolate and warm bourbon heat.

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Best enjoyed

Lightly chilled52-58F
Nosing glassSnifter
Celebration
Gifting
Winter
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Food pairings

Traditional
Slow-smoked beef brisket with sweet molasses barbecue sauce
Vegetarian
Dark chocolate torte or warm pecan pie with vanilla bean ice cream
Cheese
Aged blue cheese or rich Gorgonzola Dolce
Also good withChocolate

The story behind it

The maker

Founded in Chicago in 1988 by John Hall, Goose Island Beer Company has grown from a single brewpub into a global pioneer of craft beer. The brewery became legendary for its Bourbon County Stout program, which remains one of the most highly anticipated annual releases in the beer world.

How it is made

Goose Island pioneered bourbon barrel aging in the 1990s, changing the craft beer landscape forever. This specialty variant represents their continued mastery of combining complex barrel characteristics with decadent dessert ingredients at their Chicago brewhouse.

From Chicago, Illinois, USA

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