This week, bottles of the latest Farm to Market series collaboration beer from Zupan’s Markets and Ferment Brewing arrived at the doorstep: No. 22 Stout. It’s a barrel-aged imperial stout with over 14% ABV.

The No. 22 Stout is a classic Imperial Stout that has been elevated to a decadent texture, having spent seven months in fresh Colorado whiskey barrels. With a 14.3% ABV, the nose is defined by aromatic notes of red fruit and the warmth of whiskey, before settling softly on full-bodied malts with a lip-smacking sweetness. It pairs perfectly with a chilly evening, warm blanket and cozy nights by the fire.

It’s bottled in the distinctive 500ml long neck bottles Ferment uses, and wax dipped (as you can see in the picture). I have high hops that the beer inside is just as distinctive.