Modern Times Monsters' Park Imperial Stout Aged in Bourbon Barrels Mexican Hot Chocolate Edition

Modern Times Monsters' Park Imperial Stout: Mexican Hot Chocolate Edition is a bold, limited-edition release from Modern Times, the innovative San Diego brewery celebrated for pushing the boundaries of craft beer. Known for its creative, experimental approach to barrel-aged stouts, Modern Times has built a reputation for blending complex flavors with meticulous brewing techniques. This special Mexican Hot Chocolate Edition takes the iconic Monsters’ Park imperial stout to a new level, combining rich bourbon barrel-aged malt character with warming spices and decadent chocolate notes.

Crafted from malted barley, roasted malts, and specialty grains, this imperial stout is aged in bourbon barrels to develop depth and complexity. To evoke the flavors of authentic Mexican hot chocolate, the beer is infused with cocoa nibs, cinnamon, and chili, creating a unique interplay of sweetness, spice, and roasted malt richness. On the nose, it offers aromas of dark chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, and a subtle bourbon warmth. The palate delivers layers of bittersweet chocolate, toasted cocoa, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a gentle chili kick, all balanced by the smooth, oak-forward influence of bourbon barrels. The full-bodied finish is velvety, warming, and lingering, leaving traces of spice, chocolate, and bourbon sweetness.

Modern Times has earned critical acclaim for its inventive barrel-aged stouts, including awards from the Great American Beer Festival and recognition from RateBeer Best Awards, cementing its reputation as one of America’s most inventive craft breweries. Monsters’ Park Mexican Hot Chocolate Edition exemplifies the brewery’s artistry and daring approach, offering stout enthusiasts a rare, indulgent experience that captures both flavor and imagination.