
Magazine Issue 12
A Light in the Dark (April-May 2016)
A light in the dark
Contents
Inside this issue
Cooking with Beer: Stout Sliders with Bacon‑Onion MarmaladeWe don’t believe grilling season ever truly ends but, alas, summertime must. Here’s a simple but flavorful stout-infused burger recipe that could be your winner on Labor Day or the many football weekends to come.
Chocolate Achromatic Stout RecipeBy Neil FisherThis imperial stout is designed by Weldwerks Brewing Co.'s Head Brewer, Neil Fisher, specifically for aging with roasted cacao nibs and vanilla beans to create a rich, decadent, and complex beer that features notes of bittersweet, dark, and milk chocolate.
Smoked Chocolate Rye Stout RecipeBy Jeremy MyersNeshaminy Creek Brewing’s Co-owner and Head Brewer Jeremy Myers shared this recipe for a “non-esoteric” stout.
Cellar Legends: Millennium and UtopiasWhen bottles of Boston Beer’s Millennium made it onto a rare-wine auction list, you could say that more than a few wine lovers’ heads were turned.
Brewers’ Perspectives: Coffee StoutsBy Emily HuttoTwo of the country’s most reputable coffee-beer brewers explain just how they make the magic happen.
Breakout Brewer: Sante Adairius Rustic AlesBy Emily HuttoLocated in the coastal city of Capitola, California, in a glorified warehouse with a cozy tasting room, Sante Adairius Rustic Ales draws its inspiration from traditional Belgian beers and brewing methods.
Breakout Brewer: Tired Hands Brewing CompanyBy Emily HuttoWith an indie aesthetic and a focus on dry and expressive beers, Tired Hands Brewing Company has staked out its unique identity as a brewery and destination restaurant.
Beer and Coffee PairingsBy Emily HuttoEnjoy these beer and coffee pairings side by side or even blended together.
The Pitfalls of ExpediencyHas your brew day been reduced to a few hours, leaving you to opt for efficiency over precision in your brewing? Based on his experience, Eric Reinsvold offers you some “expert” tips on avoiding some of the pitfalls of this approach.
Homebrewing an Adjunct StoutBy Neil FisherBrewing a great stout with coffee, chocolate, and other adjunct ingredients requires recipe tweaks beyond just the ingredients you add.

Beercation: Washington, D.CBy Tara NurinA record-breaking influx of young settlers is bringing an unprecedented number of breweries, brewpubs, Belgian bars, and beer brunches to the nation’s capital and its suburbs.
5 Craft Brewers and Their Favorite StoutsBy Emily HuttoIn what can only be considered an ode to the style, these brewers rave about their favorite stouts.
Apple Tarte Tatin with Vanilla Ice Cream RecipeCinnamon-spiced stout adds a special touch to this easy upside-down pastry.
What, Exactly, Is the Difference Between Stout and Porter?By Emily HuttoWe asked craft brewers this loaded question and found that the difference between these two beer styles depends a lot on who you ask.
Short Rib Pot Pie RecipeDark and malty stout is the perfect ingredient and accompaniment to these richly flavored short ribs.
We Recommend: Great Beer Bars in Antwerp; Portland, Maine; and San DiegoHere are the three beer bars we explored in the “Love Handles” column in Issue 12 (April/May 2016).
Grilled Oysters with Green Chile Butter RecipeDelicious stouts have been brewed with chiles. Here, stout and chiles team up with butter to add roast and zing to grilled oysters.
Stout Potato Rolls RecipeGrab your favorite stout and try your hand at these raised rolls.
Epic Brewing Chocolate Coffee Stout RecipeTry your hand at a delicious coffee and chocolate stout with this homebrew recipe generously shared by Epic Brewing.
Stout vs. Porter Quiz AnswersBy Emily HuttoHere are the answers to the beer-tasting note pairings in “A Stout (or Is It a Porter) by Any Other Name.”