After everyone eats their Thanksgiving feast, beer drinkers eagerly await the annual Black Friday release of Goose Island’s Bourbon County Stout beers. This year, the 2025 Bourbon County Brand Original Stout takes a different format and beer drinkers will be excited to make another purchase.
Release after release, the Goose Island brewers showcase their creativity in the Bourbon County Stout offerings. As the beer ages in those used bourbon barrels, it becomes infused with vanilla, chocolate, and other sweet flavors.
Since Goose Island is the originator of the beer style, people look to the brewery to push the category further. From the special collaborations with bourbon distilleries or the innovative Founder’s offering, each year’s releases are highly anticipated. Both beer drinkers and spirit enthusiasts long to savor these unique beverages.
This year, the Original Stout will take a different format. Instead of the traditional, larger 16.9 oz bottles, this release will be able in 10 ounce bottles, which will be sold in a four-pack. Only the Original Stout will be available in the smaller bottles. All other offerings will be available in the 16.9 oz bottles.
This size change infers a change for the stout offering. Although this particular beer would never be considered sessionable, the smaller sized bottles allow people to enjoy the brew in more situations. Whether it is enjoyed on its own, paired with a favorite food, or even served as a dessert, the smaller pour allows a person to enjoy the stout when and where they choose. The larger size is often shared or turns into a bigger drinking moment.
The four-pack option makes this year’s release perfect for gifting or parties. People might not have parted with a single coveted bottle, but a four-pack of the annual release would be perfect for a holiday gift or party.
Ready to put a bow on the four-pack of Goose Island 2025 Bourbon County Brand Original Stout? There are plenty of opportunities to toast to this new version of the infamous beer offering.