A Russian Imperial Stout with a hearty malt body and bold hop flavor.

ABV: 9.0%
ABW: 7.2%
IBU: 85

AVAILABILITY: 2009: February - March
TYPE/STYLE: Imperial Stout: Originated from recipes that British brewers tailored for the czars and czarinas of the Russian Imperial court.
FOOD COMPLEMENTS: Grilled red meats and chocolate desserts.
BRAND NAME: Named after the infamous "Blackout of 2003" that left the northeastern United States in complete darkness, but resulted in old-fashioned neighborhood porch parties and down-home fun.