Beer Release (Short's Brew): Goodnight Bodacious

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  1. BeyondDescription

    BeyondDescription Initiate (0) Feb 9, 2009 Vermont
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    Greetings everyone!

    I am extremely pleased to announce that our first state-wide specialty release of 2013 has been bottled and is awaiting distribution (I would expect it in stores within 2 weeks). This beer has never been bottled before.

    Initially referred to as a Black Barleywine, our final decision was to change the stylistic definition to a high gravity Double India Black Ale. Unfortunately, the TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau or simply the Tax and Trade Bureau, that approves and certifies beer labels for production) does not recognize Double India Black Ale as an appropriate descriptive statement for an alcoholic beer beverage, so we had to go back and forth with them until we found a title that they would accept--Double Black India Pale Ale.

    Goodnight Bodacious: An ale so dark and black that it's completely impenetrable to light, with a layered nose of rich sweetness and unexpected earthy hoppiness. This hefty bodied beer presents big bitter black barley and roasted coffee flavors, along with subtle compliments of dark fruit and green hops. A creeping bitterness eventually resonates profoundly, affecting the entire palate, lingering and drying out the finish. Strong alcohol flavors and pleasant warming qualities become more noticeable as the beer approaches room temperature.
    9% ABV
    136 IBU


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    #1 BeyondDescription, Jan 20, 2013
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  2. mjshearer1

    mjshearer1 Initiate (0) Dec 16, 2011 Michigan

    Government semantics...lol.

    This seems pretty interesting. I'm assuming that the reason for the change of classification was due to taste? The only reason I ask is because I like DIPAs, but haven't met a barleywine that I've liked yet.
     
    #2 mjshearer1, Jan 20, 2013
  3. steebo777

    steebo777 Initiate (0) Jun 30, 2009 Michigan

    Solid brew, barrel aged version was even better. Man you guys are cranking the new releases out. Prosit!
     
    #3 steebo777, Jan 20, 2013
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  4. MarcatGSB

    MarcatGSB Initiate (0) Jan 8, 2011 Michigan

    This sounds like a great addition. Have not sampled it yet, but looking forward to it. The label is freaking awesome.
     
    #4 MarcatGSB, Jan 20, 2013
  5. BeyondDescription

    BeyondDescription Initiate (0) Feb 9, 2009 Vermont
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    I would think it was on account of the taste.
     
    #5 BeyondDescription, Jan 20, 2013
  6. abraxel

    abraxel Initiate (0) Aug 28, 2009 Michigan

    Definitely a fan of this beer, can't wait!
     
    #6 abraxel, Jan 20, 2013
  7. BeRanger

    BeRanger Initiate (0) Dec 11, 2011 Michigan

    Looking forward to it.. Another six pack holder for the collection as well.
     
    #7 BeRanger, Jan 20, 2013
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  8. kdmcguire10

    kdmcguire10 Initiate (0) Jul 15, 2011 Michigan

    Extremely excited about all the new offerings Shorts is putting out this year. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to this one.
     
    #8 kdmcguire10, Jan 20, 2013
  9. GRDave

    GRDave Crusader (419) Oct 7, 2011 Michigan

    Had to scramble to find another 6pk of Woodmaster today. Can't wait for this one to hit GR.
     
    #9 GRDave, Jan 20, 2013
  10. jacob4999

    jacob4999 Initiate (0) Dec 9, 2008 Michigan

    I've had ZERO luck finding Woodmaster this year. Love that beer and it makes me sad! lol
     
    #10 jacob4999, Jan 21, 2013
  11. steebo777

    steebo777 Initiate (0) Jun 30, 2009 Michigan

    I'll hook ya up if ya need it n
     
    #11 steebo777, Jan 21, 2013
  12. mzeld

    mzeld Initiate (0) Mar 5, 2012 Michigan

    Can't wait to try this one.
     
    #12 mzeld, Jan 23, 2013
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  13. BeyondDescription

    BeyondDescription Initiate (0) Feb 9, 2009 Vermont
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    There are 3-4 six packs left of Woodmaster (kept cold) at Dale's Party Store on Coit Ave.
     
    #13 BeyondDescription, Jan 23, 2013
  14. BeyondDescription

    BeyondDescription Initiate (0) Feb 9, 2009 Vermont
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    Anyone see this in stores yet?
     
    #14 BeyondDescription, Feb 1, 2013
  15. jacob4999

    jacob4999 Initiate (0) Dec 9, 2008 Michigan

    Nope...But I wish!
     
    #15 jacob4999, Feb 1, 2013
  16. MarcatGSB

    MarcatGSB Initiate (0) Jan 8, 2011 Michigan

    One Million IBUs... Steve where do you guys get these numbers from? Liberator 300+?
     
    #16 MarcatGSB, Feb 1, 2013
  17. plaztikjezuz

    plaztikjezuz Initiate (0) Dec 19, 2004 Michigan

    Just had Publican Porter and I have to say that it is the best porter now made in Michigan that I have had recently.
     
    #17 plaztikjezuz, Feb 2, 2013
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  18. BeRanger

    BeRanger Initiate (0) Dec 11, 2011 Michigan

    I'm also still looking for Goodnight.
    Perhaps I'll have someone grab me a sixer while up in Bellaire this weekend as I see its available at the Brew Pub.
     
    #18 BeRanger, Feb 2, 2013
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  19. BeRanger

    BeRanger Initiate (0) Dec 11, 2011 Michigan

    Sean, what do you recommend on tap right now? I just saw Bourbon Wizard fell off the tap list. Looking like Bourbon Huma for sure, not sure about what else to have them pick up.
     
    #19 BeRanger, Feb 3, 2013
  20. BeyondDescription

    BeyondDescription Initiate (0) Feb 9, 2009 Vermont
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    Definitely Bourbon Huma--I would also suggest
    The Good Feller
    Earl of Brixom
    Lil' Wheezy
    Juicy Tree

    Haven't had fully conditioned Sweet Taters, Honey Badger, or Gingersnap yet...

    Damn, the pub is rockin' out right now. I may have to get up there sooner than later.
     
    #20 BeyondDescription, Feb 3, 2013
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