Breakfast of Champions – Maple Whiskey Barrel-Aged Stout
11% ABV | California Wild Ales | San Diego, California
The Breakfast You Didn’t Know You Needed
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. At California Wild Ales, we couldn’t agree more. We just happen to prefer ours aged in whiskey barrels and served in a glass.
Introducing Breakfast of Champions, our latest limited-release imperial stout, clocking in at a bold 11% ABV. Rich, decadent, and loaded with character, this isn’t your average breakfast beer. It’s a carefully crafted blend of two exceptional barrels with a delicious history.
Two Barrels. One Incredible Breakfast.
What makes Breakfast of Champions so special? It all starts with the barrels.
We selected two barrels that originally held whiskey before being used to age maple syrup. That unique combination brings layers of complexity to our imperial stout, allowing the rich flavors of whiskey, oak, and maple to come together in one beautifully balanced beer.
The result is a full-bodied, barrel-aged stout with inviting notes of maple syrup, dark chocolate, roasted coffee, caramel, and warming whiskey. A subtle oak character rounds everything out, while the maple sweetness complements the deep, roasted malt flavors.
Imagine a stack of warm pancakes covered in maple syrup, followed by a sip of smooth whiskey. Now imagine someone managed to capture all that goodness in a glass. That’s Breakfast of Champions.
A Big Stout Worth Slowing Down For
At 11% ABV, Breakfast of Champions isn’t a beer you rush through. It’s meant to be savored, shared with friends, and enjoyed one delicious sip at a time.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of bourbon barrel-aged stouts, love the rich sweetness of maple beers, or simply enjoy exploring unique craft beer releases, this one deserves a spot on your must-try list.
And while we’re calling it Breakfast of Champions, we should probably mention that it pairs just as well with dessert as it does with brunch. Think chocolate cake, vanilla ice cream, pecan pie, or, naturally, a big stack of pancakes.
Crafted in San Diego. Aged to Perfection.
At California Wild Ales, we’re always looking for creative ways to push the boundaries of craft beer. Known throughout San Diego for our barrel-aged wild ales, innovative sours, lagers, and IPAs, we also love the opportunity to create something big, dark, and indulgent.
Breakfast of Champions showcases a different side of our brewing philosophy: thoughtfully selected barrels, creative blending, and a willingness to let unique ingredients and aging techniques bring something special to the glass.
So whether you’re exploring San Diego’s craft beer scene, searching for a great barrel-aged imperial stout, or simply looking for a beer that tastes a little like your favorite Sunday morning breakfast, we’ve got something for you.
Breakfast of Champions — 11% ABV. Two barrels. Whiskey, maple, and a whole lot of breakfast attitude.
Because sometimes the most important meal of the day comes in a glass.
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