Jim Beam barrel-aged barley wine was blended with a selection of stouts aged in Heaven Hill barrels for over 2 years in a ratio of 25% barley wine to 75% imperial stout. The warming fig & chocolate flavors from our stout mingles with the rich caramel toffee notes of the barley wine while the barrels present the palate with a rich oak and bourbon aftertaste.

A blend of 2 stout batches aged for 18 - 24 months in Maple Syrup and Heaven Hill barrels. Creamy, thick and pleasantly sweet, our take on a classic Christmas beverage which features bourbon, cinnamon and vanilla with whispers of nutmeg and maple syrup. It’s like a melted vanilla ice cream with Christmas spices.

We often leave a few exceptional barrels from previous batches to use in our Off The Rack series. This year, we have selected a few ripe barrels from 2022 and 2023. Tasting great, we decided to create an OTR blend of vintages for this year’s version. We took our best barrels with the higher ABV due to the angels’ share that has evaporated over the year in Jim Beam barrels and infused them with the almost 3-year-old Heaven Hill-aged Paragon 22. There are a lot more deep notes of caramel and toffee, dried fruit, and even a subtle liquorice note, finished with a seriously nice mouthfeel that fills your palate with oaky, bourbony warmth. Cheers!

Over the years, Paragon has become one of our flagship beers. What makes our barley wine special is that it is always brewed with the exact same recipe, but each edition is unique due to a number of factors, barrel types and environmental factors to say it briefly. In 2023, we used fresh, high-char Jim Beam barrels in which the beer matured for one year. We think the result is pretty awesome and can best be described as a Kentucky hug. Enjoy – it's a great year for Paragon

A mixed fermentation sour ale aged in one of our foeders for 24 months with our house culture has laid a base of bright acidity and wild funk. An addition of raspberries has transformed this beer into a fruit forward Framboise style sour with complex fruit notes, balancing acidity and a wood aged finish.

1 case contains 6 bottles.

With a love for wood aged beer in Rackhouse we decided to age our Pilsner in one of our foeders for 6 months which has resulted in a rustic wood aged Pilsner that is refreshing yet complex. With a balanced malt character, dry finish and a slight funk edge from the wood aging. We are excited to experiment more with this style.

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Aged for twenty months in Kentucky bourbon barrels, this imperial stout emerges rich, dark, and robust. Each sip reveals layers of vanilla, brown sugar, oak, and a hint of char, creating a symphony of flavors that linger on the palate. Much like the buffalo roaming the Kentucky wilderness, this beast of a beer carves a bold path from start to finish.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

A collaboration made in a galaxy far, far away with imperial stout
jedi's, Emperor's brewery. Additions of hazelnut, maple syrup and vanilla combine with a carefully selected blend of bourbon, maple syrup and Australian rum barrels to keep you warm, even on a remote ice planet.

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Warning: contains nuts.

An indulgent almond cake pastry imperial stout in collaboration with Iowa's Pulpit Rock Brewing Co. A blend of barrel aged stouts lays the base of bourbon and oak for a true celebration of toasted almonds, sweet vanilla and the famous Norwegian Kransekake.

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Another collaboration with the great Põhjala tells the continued story of our shared history in craft brewing. This imperial stout aged in a blend of Finnish rye, maple syrup and bourbon barrels for 18 months combining to make a rich and complex silent exchange of flavors and aroma.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

A mixed fermentation sour brewed in collaboration with Nevel Wild Ales from the Netherlands. This Norwegian sour was brewed with locally foraged juniper and fermented with Kveik yeast, then aged in a Foeder for 18 months with our house mix culture. The result is a nuanced mixed fermentation sour with bright acidity, citrus fruits and wild funk.

A Rackhouse sour aged for 2 years in Vin Santo dessert wine barrels from Italy. The result is vibrant sour notes froum our house mixed culture, vinous oak, honey and sweet dried fuits. A truly sacred Rackhouse sour.

Introducing a robust masterpiece with a bold 16.7% ABV. This beer has been aged for 12 months in Finnish Rye Whiskey barrels, resulting in a symphony of deep flavors and unparalleled complexity. The fusion of velvety maltiness and the subtle warmth of rye, creates a truly unique and unforgettable tasting experience. Elevate your palate with our limited-edition Imperial
Stout­—where craftsmanship meets indulgence. One of our best ones yet!

Paragon is one of if not our most cherished products. We take this one step further by a process of selecting aside the best barrels of the 100’s of them aging in our rackhouse. We spend the time to sample each barrel and judge the quality, a consensus between the barrel managers and brewers is made and these barrels are set aside while we seperate Paragon barrels. This years version is noted a nice balance of sweet and alcohol, with all the characteristics of slight dark chocolate, roasted vanilla, dried fruits, Toffee, and bourbony oak.

Paragon 2022 brings together bourbon barrel-aged barley wine and masterfully expresses notes of dried figs, raisins, and vanilla, complemented by caramel, toffee, and chocolate notes from the malt. The result is a symphony of flavors that envelops your palate, disguising the alcohol content with finesse. It's a testament to our dedication to the old style and the artistry of brewing, encapsulated in every bottle.

Off the Rack Australian Dark Rum 2022 features the robust toasted malt and coffee notes of our imperial stout, elegantly mellowed by the caramel and vanilla whispers of rum-soaked oak. Balanced yet complex, the delicate essence of spices meld with dark chocolate, toffee, and coconut hinting to the sun-soaked shores where the rum barrels matured.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

2023 vintage. A blend of 3 stout batches aged for 12-18 months in Makers Mark, Jack Daniel's and Heaven hill barrels. Creamy, thick and pleasantly sweet, our take on a classic Christmas beverage which features bourbon, cinnamon and vanilla with whispers of nutmeg. It’s like a melted vanilla ice cream with Christmas spices.

Our bourbon barrel-aged barley wine has long been our most sought-after beer, capturing the hearts of connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike. Its rich caramel notes, velvety texture, and robust depth were the very embodiment of our craft, and every year we look forward to its release with pride. 

In late 2021, we released Paragon 2020 which had spent 18 months in barrels and was every bit as special as its predecessors. However, months later we discovered that pediococcus had propagated throughout the entire batch. With heavy hearts but unwavering determination, we made the only choice a true craft brewery could make - to recall our masterpiece, explain what had happened, and vow to learn and become better as a result of the experience. We all felt the disappointment, yet we knew we did the right thing. 

However, in the spirit of never wasting a crisis, we chose not to discard the beer, but rather to see how it evolved over time. Thus, Paradox was born – a sour barrel-aged barley wine. Its an homage to the unexpected journey this brew had taken, and a celebration of 20 years of our dedication to beer. 

The complex flavours have further matured through time and while still every bit the bourbon-, vanilla-, coconut- and caramel-forward barley wine, the acidity from pediococcus has enhanced the fruit characteristics and reveal tart cherries and prunes. 

Paradox – a sour barrel-aged barley wine that reflects not just the artistry of our craft but the soul of our brewery. From Paragon to Paradox, we raise our glasses to 20 years of excellence, and to the adventures that lie ahead. Cheers! 

Do enjoy this: You must have a like  for mouth puckering sourness / sweetness together with all the barrel aged flavors of bourbon, char, leather, vanilla, coconut and the malty flavors of roast, chocolate and toffee. It’s a real ride 

Introducing our new Imperial Stout: an 18-month-aged marvel in bourbon and rum barrels. Inspired by chocolate-dipped raisins, it entices with cocoa nibs, vanilla, and raisins. Complex, with sweet dark fruits and luscious chocolate, this velvety elixir reveals layers of indulgence. Crafted with passion, it's an extraordinary masterpiece to savor. Cheers to extraordinary moments!

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

Elevate your taste buds with the luxurious flavors of our latest Off the Rack, made in collaboration with Basqueland Brewery. A strong imperial stout aged for 9 months in rich, freshly emptied Portuguese tawny port barrels, delivering a complex flavor profile with notes of spiced red fruits, stewed cherries, and raisins. With no additions, this brew showcases the artistry of barrel-aging in all its glory.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

Unleash your taste buds with our Imperial Stout, aged for a year in rum barrels, with cocoa nibs and a touch of chili. With powerful, complex flavors of dark, spicy chocolate and rum molasses, this beer is not for the faint of heart. Brace yourself for a spicy kick that lingers on the tongue, daring you to take another sip. Embrace the bold and indulge in an unique experience.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

Indulge in the decadence of our Tiramisù Imperial Stout. Aged for 20 months in Tennessee whiskey and bourbon barrels, it packs a punch of rich, roasted coffee, creamy vanilla, and luscious cocoa, with complex coconut, spicy and woody notes from the barrels that will make every sip even more captivating.
So raise a glass and enjoy your journey through the classic Italian dessert.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

We used massive amounts of robusta coffee beans - known for their full-bodied and distinctive earthy flavour - in our very bourbon-forward imperial stout base which had spent 14 months in oak. The result is smooth and staightforward yet refined and complex.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

Off the Rack Maple Bourbon was aged for 25 months in Canadian maple syrup barrels that were previously used for bourbon ageing. The rich, velvety texture and bold, complex flavors of our imperial stout are enhanced by the sweetness and woody depth of the barrels, resulting in a luxurious beer. Each sip reveals layers of coffee, toffee, and dark fruit, all balanced by clear maple notes and a smooth, warming finish.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

Another big stout out of Rackhouse, this beer is a Bounty bar dipped in bourbon and drizzled in chocolate and coconut all over again. Many many many coconuts and cocoa beans were harmed in its making.

Ruby in colour with hot pink foam, this beer looks as good as it tastes. Blueberries and vanilla notes dominate and act as a counterbalance to the tart notes from our house mixed fermentation base that’s been maturing in an ex-red wine foeder for 2 years.

This barley wine was aged in freshly emptied maple syrup barrels from Canada (that had previously been used to age bourbon), and is set apart from it’s sibling beers Paragon 2021 & Off the Rack Paragon Rum barrel by it’s much sweeter body. This plays brilliantly with the obvious maple flavours imparted by the barrels as well as classic barley wine notes of treacle, prunes, marzipan, spices and vanilla with oak flavours lingering in the background.

The augmented vanilla notes in this very limited beer is owed to 12 months of ageing in fresh rum barrels. Hidden within are flavours of coconut, nutmeg, and fruit that give way to toffee, molasses and anise with a spirit-forward finish.

Creamy, thick and pleasantly sweet, our take on a classic Christmas beverage features rum, cinnamon and vanilla with whispers of nutmeg. It’s like a melted vanilla ice cream with Christmas spices.

Another gorgeous fruited-sour from Rackhouse, this beer is vibrant in both flavour and colour thanks to locally-sourced red currants. The beer is a symphony of red fruits with a sharp yet markedly vinous body and finish.

Serving: Flute glass. 4-5°C

Paragon 2021 showcases our patient and considered approach to tending nearly 60 different bourbon barrels for over 12 months. This edition of our distinguished barley wine displays strong notes of caramel and oak-ageing with hints of tabacco, fruit cake and vanilla. The finish is distinctly bourbon forward and complex with a balanced bitterness and perceived sweetness that gives way to a warming sensation from the 13.8% alcohol.

Aged 1,5 years on American oak with a heavy degree of char, gives this stout a blend of brown sugar, butterscotch & Graham cracker with balanced sweetness.
The ABV is 15% making this a beast of a beer, however subtle enough flavors allow them to develop as the temperature changes. Basically, we have a bourbon Crème Brûlée with umami note on the end.

Each case contains 6 bottles.

Original Sin Bourbon Barrel is a chocolate treasure-trove with deep boubon barrel overtones. The dark malt complexity of this imperial stout gives way to notes of milky mocha coffee, vanilla, and dark chocolate. Layered in between are soft, gentle aromas of warm caramels and praline with big flavours of oak and walnut from one year in wood. It’s long, lingering finish is utterly sinful.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Last year we put our deeply chocolate Original Sin base into barrels that had been used for aging maple syrup in Québec, Canada. The leftover syrup in the barrels gives a confectionary punch to this imperial stout. This is balanced out by tobacco and toasted oak notes from the wood which had originally been used for bourbon. A delicate note of maple syrup rounds out this complex and sinfully rich beer. Santé!

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Inspired by the Latin American dessert, this pastry stout this offers a creamy, caramel sweetness characterized by toffee and butterscotch with a subtle vanilla finish. The bourbon flavours imparted by 13 months in the barrels contribute hints of caramel, pecan and nutmeg which complement the dessert-
forward notes of this decadent beer.
Pour over a fresh churro and experience una delicia!

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

This beer is defined by a natural marriage of coconut, rum and bourbon which produce aromas of coconut cream pie. Upon the first sip, light notes of honey and spice dance on the tongue before freshly-brewed coffee intertwines with the dominant toasted coconut flavours. The finish has a boozy edge which is softened by vanilla-forward sweetness and oak lactones from both the coconut and 14 months in bourbon & rum barrels.

Last year, Amundsen (Oslo) visited us and we put a velvety imperial stout into freshly emptied bourbon barrels. After 14 months, we pulled the beer and added over a quarter-tonne of peanuts. A touch of salt provides the perfect balance to the sweet and savory roasted-nut flavor, while the bourbon gives finishing notes of vanilla, oak and caramel.

Warning: Contains alot of peanuts! swirl bottle before pouring.

The rich flavour of hazelnuts floods your palate first. After that a tsunami of sweetness coats your entire mouth and leaves your toes curling with pleasure. Finally, a gentle wave of chocolate washes over your tastebuds, and warming notes of bourbon from 13 months of barrel aging leave a last lingering touch.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Off the Rack: Australian Dark Rum 2021 is a blend of one imperial stout base with deep chocolate, vanilla and caramel notes, and another imperial stout base to balance out the blend with toasted booziness and a light peppery bitterness. Each base had 12 months on dark rum barrels, and the wood imparted charred oak, coconut and treacle with the faintest hint of ester-driven banana bread.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Our mixed-culture beer sat in Italian oak foeders for a year to fully develop fruity esters and complex tartness. We then did a 3-month maceration on local blueberries to absorb a deep violet colour, notes of dark fruit, and the unique flavour of blåbær. This beer is just as luscious as it is beautiful.

Serving: Flute glass. 6°C

2020 Vintage

Drawing inspiration from lambic breweries in Belgium, we brewed a traditional turbid mash to generate lots of starch for the Brettanomyces yeast to slowly consume during 12 months of secondary fermentation in our foeders. This method lends to complexity of the beer, giving it a soft funkiness with a light sour edge. We balanced this out with fruit-forward sweetness by adding apricots a couple months prior to packaging.

Serving: Flute glass. 6°C

This beer is truly old and has a few new parts too. Tucked in the furthest reaches of the brewery for years, a special blend of several of our mixed-culture projects has come to life with the addition of a brown strong ale and cherry juice from Telemark. Sweet notes of red fruits and vanilla meld seamlessly with wood and caramel flavours and a distinct sourness.

Serving: Flute glass. 4-5°C

After a summer 2020 weekend in the Norwegian wilderness with Põhjala, we filled imperial stout into a very specific ratio of rum, bourbon, and maple syrup barrels. Over a year later, these barrels have imparted a diversity of flavours and aromas into the beer that go beyond the characteristics of the liquids that they once contained. Best enjoyed outdoors with friends.

This Imperial Stout was aged in Tennessee Whiskey barrels for 1.5 years before being infused with Indonesian vanilla (and a sprinkle of vanilla sugar). The earthy/woody undertones from the beans are a perfect compliment to the chocolate and caramel notes of the beer, and the American Oak in which it was aged.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Intense caramel flavours with the inherited barrel notes of bourbon, coconut, vanilla chocolate, dried fruits, toffee, and a little Christmas spice to top off your holiday spirit.
Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

Off the Rack Paragon represents the finest barley wine we have to offer. After ageing in Tennessee whiskey barrels for 16 months, we selected only our favourite barrels for this edition. Coconut, vanilla, bourbon, toffee, prunes, chocolate, oak, and caramel all interplay to deep complexity while remaining in balance with one another. Serving at room temperature allows even more layered nuances to shine through.

This year’s vintage is a blend of 3 batches aged on average for 18 months in bourbon barrels. With an OG of 28,9 giving it an ABV of 12,6%. This year’s version is the first time used in the new Rackhouse format, but like always Paragon has a deep dark reddish-browncolor almost stout like in appearance, with a gentle carbonation and a tan packed head. The beer has full body which coats your tongue giving its flavors of caramel, toffee, dried fruits and a slightly chocolate finish. The inherited barrel characteristics give the warming bourbon, coconut and of course bourbon, although a bit subdued bourbon notes in this year’s version much like the 2019. We hope you enjoy this as much as we enjoy making it, this is one of if not our proudest beer to make, we try to deliver world class brewed in Norway!

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Canadian Lunch uses all the top notes from additions of cocoa nibs, peanut flour & maple syrup, and layers them in harmoniously with the vanilla, coconut and tawny accents of our silky rich, toasty imperial stout aged in bourbon barrels for 12 months.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

1 case contains 12 bottles.

Canadian Lunch Brewsheet

We took our 3 bean stout a step further and spiced it up with a bit of heat and give it nudge with Norwegian cherry juice. And of course the barrel aging is the icing on this cake. Vanilla, coconut oak and a touch of the bourbon will satisfy your senses in full.

Serving: Snifter glass. 10°C

Black forest picante Brewsheet

This beer is nostalgic but yummy. Growing up in the 80s in America I used to go to the local diners and get the blue plate special, in many cases it was a breakfast special. Pancakes, 2 bacon strips toast and coffee. Nothing beats that bacon when it mixed with the maple syrup on the plate... So we dedicate this Maple Bourbon barrel aged Breakfast stout to all the memories of the past and hopes that the great diners of yesterday reemerge in our lives again!

Serving: Snifter glass. 10°C

Blue plate special Brewsheet

Off the Rack #1 sat in wet Tennessee whiskey barrels for 11 months to absorb coconut, vanilla and dry spice aromatics from the lightly-charred wood which meld with the full, sweet maltiness from the oat-rich imperial stout base. We left it unmolested to allow you to experience these nuances.

Serving: Snifter glass. 8°C

Off the rack #1 Brewsheet

The clean, dry and vinous characteristics of Ambience gives way to soft tannins and notes of raspberry, plum, spice, and coconut imparted by the naked flavours of the mixed-fermentation married with American oak Zinfandel barrels for 24 months.

Ambience Brewsheet