Moo Brew's Imperial Stout 2008 Vintage Release is Tasmania's most expensive beer.

Only 1515 bottles have been produced, with each 330mL bottle selling for $25.

Moo Brew Imperial Stout is built around showcasing the rich dark chocolate obtained through the use of specialty malts. Roast and astringent characteristics are present but relatively restrained and balanced. The palette is carried by a complex matrix of high residual sugar and bitterness elevated to maintain balance, with an active alcohol vector to enhance the delivery of the flavours.

The vintage release has evolved slightly from its inaugural 2007 brew and 2008 release. The control in the brewhouse was better this year, as we are a little more familiar with the grist and performance of the two husk-less grains we use. This resulted in a slightly drier finish for the 2008 seasonal stout and carried over into the barrel aged vintage release. Of the 4 barrels used in maturation 1 was culled completely and the remaining 3 were blended in equal portions to give the final product. The final stage is bottle conditioning, which we allow 3 months for. Although carbonated relatively quickly, the extra time allows maturation of the flavour and gives it the opportunity to 'settle down' a bit.