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Upward and Onward (2021)

Drake's Brewing Company

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San Leandro, CA


Tavour Rating

4.31

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Style

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Russian Imperial Stout

ABV

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13.0%

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A Note on This Beer

Drake’s Brewing has been a staple of California craft beer longer than some of their fans have been alive – 30 years of excellence! 

To truly understand why they’re such a favorite, you need to try what is easily one of their most coveted annual releases. I’m talking about one big, boozy Russian Imperial Stout, a barrel-aged behemoth to dazzle the palates of even ultra-experienced dark beer aficionados. 

Meet Upward and Onward! 

The booze lords at Drake’s age this beast for 10 months in Buffalo Trace Bourbon Barrels for extra-rich character. Its massive 13% ABV depths arrive super chocolatey upfront, giving way to strong bourbon, cardamom spice, and whispers of vanilla and cinnamon. Touches of hazelnut, caramel, and oak murmur from the massive brew’s lingering taste. 

This is exactly the kind of heavy-hitter Californians go out of their way for from Drake's. And, from what early tasters are saying, this year’s vintage is definitely worth going out of your way to try. 

As craft fan @F.B. gushes: 

“Out of this world. Definitely a kickback and chill [kind of beer], what a delicacy. Dark, thick, explosive bourbon flavor. Leave me alone for a while.”

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Tavour strictly supports independent beer. Drake's Brewing Company is certified independent by the Brewers Association


Reviews

4.31

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43 Ratings

matt7242

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4.0
Very good. Rich and malty, balanced bourbon character from the BT barrels... just doesn’t quite hit my preferred flavor profile for a BA RIS. What’s missing, you might ask - depth and molasses.
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lorne14

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i lolzwe.p Klebs see y m mystery rooms p.s.
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jeffrey755

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4.0
Good, with nice heat from the barrel. Light and kinda thin though when compared to other beers of similar types. Flavor doesn’t linger much either. Definitely would get again however.
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QMDEN08

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4.0
Barrel forward. RIS a bit on thin side. Flavors flash and then disappear.
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mrmsmith

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4.75
Pleasantly surprised. Big barrel, solid stout.
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Artsbrews

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4.75
They had me at buffalo trace barrel aged. Great aroma and delicious.
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Darkstar1984

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3.25
Meh, it average
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CoachBrobb890

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4.25
A nice Russian Imperial Stout
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george40

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4.25
Lighter than expected. Better as it warms.
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bryce554

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4.75
Very nice aroma. Great Russian Imperial Stout overall. It has the strong aspects of one, but also a heavy chocolate aspect towards the end. Less of the soy sauce flavors you might find in many RISs. The finish is actually quite mellow and rounds off very nicely.
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jason103

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4.0
The perfect RIS if you like getting punched in the face with bourbon barrels.
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grace

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5.0
Fahhkinnn, BIG Fahks, man! Loved this. Boozy, sweet chocolate bourbon spice and smooth.
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nick.fil.a

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4.75
smooth and light for a bourbon barrel aged stout.
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jeremy2220

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4.25
good
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Levenrah

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3.75
barrel notes come through on the nose yet light on the palate, some chocolate and fig with the oak character lingering in the finish 
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