Big Shed Dr Shedlove Imperial Carrot Stout

TASTING NOTES

For 2017, Big Shed decided to add 250kg of carrots to an imperial stout. The carrots weren’t alone in finding their way into its black, murky depths: vodka soaked oak chips are featured too. Being an imperial stout, Dr Shedlove is far from your typical morning carrot juice. For a start, it pours a jet black and sends forth aromas both sweet and a little roasty from its creamy, off white head. A thick, full bodied imperial stout ensues, with those roasted malts making an appearance on the palate before a creaminess takes over and candi sugar flavours finish things off. At 9.4 percent ABV, this year’s Dr Shedlove is a beer that could convince even Elmer Fudd to eat his carrots.

BREWERY SNAPSHOT

Big Shed Brewing Co naturally started out in a big shed on a rented property in the Barossa all the way back in 2002 . It has since grown into a successful commercial operation run out of a cool warehouse in Royal Park, South Australia.

DID YOU KNOW?

In September 2014 Big Shed launched their tasting bar and kitchen. Comprising of 6 taps and food that goes with their beer, and you can eat with your hands. They are fully operational on Friday and Saturday arvo/evenings, slinging brews and food to eager locals and visitors alike. Monday through Thursday they are open during the day for takeaways and sneaky pints.