{"product_id":"3-floyds-dark-lord-xxx-4pk","title":"3 Floyds Dark Lord Xxx 4PK","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree Floyds Dark Lord XXX 4PK\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 14.5% ABV Russian Imperial Stout brewed by 3 Floyds Brewing Co. in Munster, Indiana. Dark Lord has consistently ranked among BeerAdvocate's Top 100 beers, and its annual, event-only release at the brewery's Dark Lord Day festival has made it one of the most sought-after stouts in American craft beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 14.5%  |  Origin: Munster, Indiana, USA  |  Style: Russian Imperial Stout  |  Brewery: 3 Floyds Brewing Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Floyds Brewing Co. was founded in 1996 by brothers Nick and Simon Floyd along with their father Mike Floyd. The brewery started in Hammond, Indiana before relocating to its current home in Munster. Dark Lord is not a year-round beer: it is brewed once annually and released exclusively at the brewery's ticketed Dark Lord Day event, with each year's batch treated as a distinct vintage. Molasses is widely recognized as a defining ingredient in the base Dark Lord recipe, and the beer has spawned one of craft beer's most extensive variant programs, with past editions aged in bourbon, rum, cognac, and mezcal barrels, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy molasses and dark treacle lead, followed by waves of bittersweet chocolate and roasted espresso. A subtle undercurrent of dark dried fruit and vanilla rounds out the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is thick and syrupy, with molasses and dark chocolate hitting first. Mid-palate, roasted coffee and espresso flavors build alongside raisin and dark cherry notes. Vanilla emerges toward the peak, balancing the roast with a measure of sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with lingering espresso bitterness and dark chocolate. The 14.5% ABV provides noticeable heat that fades gradually into residual molasses sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Dark Lord XXX\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour into a snifter or tulip glass at 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit to let the full range of flavors open up. This beer is built for slow, deliberate sipping on its own. A Dark Lord Float pairs the stout's thick body with vanilla ice cream, softening the roast and amplifying the vanilla notes already present. A Black Velvet, combining stout with dry sparkling wine, adds effervescence that cuts through the heavy malt. A Stout Flip, shaken with an egg, sugar, and nutmeg, plays up the dessert qualities and rounds the coffee bitterness into something closer to a rich custard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrading or sharing with serious craft beer collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with rich desserts at a dinner party\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring alongside other vintage-dated imperial stouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a craft beer enthusiast who values rare, limited releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Dark Lord XXX taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Lord XXX is a dense, full-bodied Russian Imperial Stout dominated by molasses, dark chocolate, and roasted espresso, with supporting notes of dark fruit and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Dark Lord XXX compare to Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Stout?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are heavyweight American imperial stouts with strong collector followings, but Dark Lord's use of molasses gives it a thicker, more treacle-forward sweetness compared to Bourbon County's bourbon barrel-driven vanilla and caramel character. Dark Lord's event-only annual release also makes it harder to obtain than Bourbon County, which sees wider retail distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Dark Lord XXX good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e At 14.5% ABV with a viscous, dessert-like body, Dark Lord is designed for slow sipping from a snifter or tulip glass rather than casual drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Dark Lord XXX made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Lord XXX is brewed at 3 Floyds Brewing Co., located at 9750 Indiana Parkway in Munster, Indiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Dark Lord XXX?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich chocolate cake or brownies complement the beer's own chocolate and coffee character. Blue cheese or aged cheddar stands up to the heavy malt sweetness. Smoked brisket or barbecue ribs match the roast intensity. Vanilla bean creme brulee mirrors the vanilla undertones. Pecan pie echoes the dark, caramelized sugar profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Dark Lord XXX come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is available as a 4-pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Dark Lord XXX worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Lord positions as a premium, limited-release imperial stout with a dedicated collector following and consistent placement among the highest-rated beers in the country, which supports its price point within the specialty craft beer tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Dark Lord XXX?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark Lord's annual, ticketed release at 3 Floyds' Dark Lord Day festival in Munster, Indiana has made it one of the most iconic American imperial stouts since the tradition began. The beer has consistently appeared among BeerAdvocate's Top 100 beers, standing alongside only a handful of stouts that maintain that ranking year after year. Its dense, molasses-driven flavor profile sets it apart from barrel-aged peers that lean on wood character, delivering intensity through raw ingredients rather than aging. For collectors and stout drinkers, a bottle of Dark Lord remains one of the benchmarks against which other American imperial stouts are measured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Floyds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51552664256681,"sku":"42760","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/ThreeFloydsDarkLordXXX4Pk.webp?v=1794629808","url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/products\/3-floyds-dark-lord-xxx-4pk","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}