Meta Coconut is a collaborative imperial stout crafted by Amalgam Brewing and Westbound & Down, boasting an impressive 14.3% ABV and a rich, decadent character. The beer was aged in Heaven Hill bourbon barrels and then conditioned on over a pound of toasted and raw coconut per gallon, resulting in a bold aroma and flavor reminiscent of a Mounds candy bar soaked in bourbon.
Coconut dominates the nose, while the flavor reveals layers of milk chocolate, vanilla, caramel, bourbon warmth, and subtle oak. The mouthfeel is thick, creamy, and silky, with a warming finish from the alcohol that remains smooth and non-aggressive.
Meta Coconut stands as a prime example of a world-class pastry stout - luxurious yet balanced, complex yet highly drinkable.
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Amalgam Brewing from Denver, Colorado, was founded in 2017 by Phil Joyce and Eric Schmidt - two experienced brewers and former collaborators at the now-closed Powder Keg Brewery. Unlike conventional production breweries, Amalgam was envisioned as a “blendery” concept, meaning they don’t rely on brewing large batches in stainless steel tanks but instead focus on long-term aging and meticulous blending of beers fermented in wooden barrels.
Their approach is highly experimental and based on small batches, where each blend develops organically and individually - without a predetermined recipe. At the heart of Amalgam’s philosophy lies the idea of spontaneity, complexity, and terroir. Their beers often ferment with mixed cultures, which contribute bright acidity, earthy notes, and layered flavor profiles.
Each blend is the result of months or even years of aging, careful selection, and precise blending - resembling the craft of winemaking more than industrial brewing.
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