Fresh allocations of the legendary Perennial Maman Stout Grayslake craft beer collectors hunt for year-round have officially arrived at Beer Bazaar! Nader is pumped showing off today’s rare stout haul, while bartender Sean works behind the counter serving fresh draft glass pours and guiding bottle shop selections.
Our retail package shop displays and reserve coolers are loaded with 30-month barrel-aged imperial stouts, ready-to-drink craft cocktails from historic distillery sites, oak-aged farmhouse saisons, estate-grown four-grain bourbons, and artisanal Oaxacan mezcals.
Perennial Maman Stout Grayslake Release Overview
Wednesday drops at Beer Bazaar bring some of the country’s most sought-after barrel-aged releases and artisanal spirits to historic downtown Grayslake.
Nader is pumped to showcase the 2025 release of Perennial Artisan Ales‘ Maman alongside Barrel-Aged Abraxas. Bartender Sean is behind the bar all evening serving draft pours and assisting bottle shop guests.
Whether you are seeking heavy-hitting imperial stouts, tart fruit wheat ales, double dry-hopped DIPAs, or small-batch spirits, tonight’s drop features 16 exceptional releases across seven premier producers.
Perennial Artisan Ales Heavyweight Barrel-Aged Stouts
St. Louis’s Perennial Artisan Ales produces some of the most celebrated barrel-aged imperial stouts in the world.
1. Maman (2025 Release) Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout (13.4% ABV)
- Ratings: Untappd: 4.52 / 5 | BeerAdvocate: 98 (World-Class)
- Maturation Profile: A benchmark barrel-aged stout brewed with lactose and aged 25 to 32 months in a hand-selected blend of Heaven Hill Select Rye, Willett Bourbon, Heaven Hill Select Bourbon, and Willett Rye barrels.
- Tasting Notes: Boasts a thick, velvety mouthfeel layered with dark fudge brownie, charred oak vanillin, toasted coconut, and warming rye spice.
2. Barrel-Aged Abraxas Imperial Stout (13.2% ABV)
- Ratings: Untappd: 4.45 / 5 | BeerAdvocate: 97 (World-Class)
- Ingredients & Maturation: An iconic barrel-aged imperial stout conditioned on Ancho chilis, raw cacao nibs, Madagascar vanilla beans, and cinnamon sticks.
- Tasting Notes: Integrates rich dark chocolate and aromatic baking spices with a gentle, warming chili tingle on the long finish.
3. Take 10 Imperial Stout (11.3% ABV)
- Ratings: Untappd: 4.15 / 5
- Flavor Profile: A decadent liquid dessert inspired by sweet-and-salty snack mixes, brewed with real pretzels, roasted peanuts, and rich chocolate sauce.
- Tasting Notes: Pairs roasted peanut aromatics and a salty pretzel bite with a thick chocolate fudge body.
Thornton Distilling Co. Craft Cocktails & Artisanal Gin
Operating out of Illinois’ oldest standing brewery site (established in 1857), Thornton Distilling Co. crafts small-batch spirits using artesian spring water filtered through local limestone wells.
1. Dead Drop Old Fashioned RTD Craft Cocktail (37% ABV / 74 Proof)
- Collaboration: Handcrafted in collaboration with Eden Laurin, operating partner of Chicago’s iconic speakeasy The Violet Hour.
- Ingredients: Blended with Dead Drop Straight Bourbon, rich demerara sugar, blood orange, bitter orange peel, Madagascar and Tahitian vanilla beans, wild cherry bark, Saigon cinnamon, and aromatic bitters.
- Tasting Notes: Expresses rich bourbon, vanilla, and clove on the nose, opening into toffee, baking spices, and blood orange before finishing with balanced bitters and a hint of spearmint.
2. Dead Drop Small Batch Artisanal Gin (44% ABV / 88 Proof)
- Accolades: Bartender Spirits Awards Gold Medal Winner!
- Distillation & Botanicals: Copper pot-distilled using limestone-filtered artesian spring water. Infused with Italian juniper, ruby red grapefruit, hibiscus, and lavender.
- Tasting Notes: Creates a lush floral nose alongside bright, citrus-forward botanical balance.
Sundial Brewing & Blending Mixed-Fermentation Farmhouse Ales
Barrington’s Sundial Brewing & Blending specializes in small-batch mixed-fermentation saisons, oak-aged wild ales, and clean Bavarian-style lagers.
1. Anniversary Saison / Farmhouse Ale (6.5% ABV)
- Style Profile: A celebratory farmhouse release from Sundial’s mixed-fermentation program.
- Tasting Notes: Features rustic complexity marked by lively champagne-like effervescence, subtle pear esters, white pepper spice, and a bone-dry oak finish.
2. Entre Nous Farmhouse-Style Pale Ale (8.0% ABV)
- Grain & Maturation: Brewed with a malted spelt grain bill, aged in oak barrels, and dry-hopped with Cascade and Zuper Saazer hops.
- Tasting Notes: Delivers a harmonious blend of gentle tannic oak depth, subtle funky tartness, and herbal, citrus-forward hop aromatics.
3. Märzen Oktoberfest Lager (5.0% ABV)
- Style Profile: A traditional Bavarian-style seasonal lager.
- Tasting Notes: Showcases rich amber clarity, toasted bread crust aromatics, malt depth, and an exceptionally clean, crisp finish.
Scorched Earth Brewing Company Fruit Wheat Ales & Classics
Algonquin’s Scorched Earth Brewing Company delivers vibrant fruit wheat ales, textbook German hefeweizens, and crisp cream ales.
1. Bleuprint Blackberry & Blueberry Wheat Ale (7.0% ABV)
- Ingredients: A vibrant fruit wheat ale packed with real blackberries and blueberries.
- Tasting Notes: Pours a deep purple hue, delivering fresh-squeezed berry tartness and a fluffy wheat base that stays crisp and refreshing.
2. Hefe’n It German-Style Hefeweizen (4.8% ABV — Restocked!)
- Ratings: Untappd: 3.75 / 5
- Tasting Notes: A classic Bavarian-style wheat beer with textbook yeast expression. Loaded with fresh banana bread aromatics, warm clove spice, and a fluffy mouthfeel.
3. Hickster American Cream Ale (4.8% ABV)
- Ratings: Untappd: 3.68 / 5
- Tasting Notes: Scorched Earth’s flagship cream ale. Light-bodied, pale-straw, and ultra-drinkable with biscuity malt sweetness, subtle cracked corn character, and a crisp finish.
Mason Ale Works West Coast & Hazy DIPAs
San Diego’s Mason Ale Works brings high-octane hazy DIPAs, dank unfiltered DIPAs, and double dry-hopped West Coast IPAs to our retail displays.
1. Nightmare Juice Hazy DIPA (7.9% ABV)
- Hop Profile: Heavily hopped with Mosaic, Citra, Idaho 7, and Motueka.
- Tasting Notes: A tropical juice bomb bursting with ripe mango nectar, passionfruit, and candied lime peel over a soft mouthfeel with minimal bitterness.
2. Dankenstein’s Monster Unfiltered DIPA (9.3% ABV)
- Hop Profile: Packed with Cascade, CTZ, Chinook, Centennial, and Simcoe hops.
- Tasting Notes: An unfiltered double IPA built for classic hop lovers, featuring aggressive resinous pine, sticky dank aromatics, and heavy citrus peel oil.
3. Point Blank DDH West Coast IPA (8.8% ABV)
- Hop Profile: Double dry-hopped with Citra and Simcoe hops.
- Tasting Notes: Showcases crystal clarity, snapping pine and grapefruit bitterness, and a crisp, bone-dry finish.
Whiskey Acres & El Búho Artisanal Spirits
Our liquor department is further enriched with estate-grown four-grain bourbons and handcrafted Oaxacan mezcals.
1. Whiskey Acres 4 Grain Mash Straight Bourbon Whiskey (50.5% ABV / 101 Proof)
- Producer: Distilled by Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. in DeKalb, Illinois.
- Grain Bill: An estate-grown “seed-to-spirit” craft bourbon distilled from farm-grown corn, wheat, rye, and malted barley.
- Tasting Notes: Delivers a complex harmony of spicy rye, soft sweet wheat, vanilla bean, and toasted oak.
2. El Búho Artisanal Espadín Mezcal (45.0% ABV / 90 Proof)
- Producer: Handcrafted in San Luis del Río, Oaxaca, by El Búho Mezcal.
- Agave Source: Produced from 100% mature Espadín agave roasted in stone pit ovens.
- Tasting Notes: Offers a balanced profile of gentle campfire smoke, sweet roasted agave, dark chocolate, and bright citrus notes.
Inventory & Rating Quick-Reference Guide
| Product Name | Producer / Brand | Beverage Category | ABV / Proof | Untappd / Award Rating |
| Maman (2025) | Perennial Artisan Ales | Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout | 13.4% ABV | Untappd: 4.52 / BeerAdvocate: 98 |
| BA Abraxas | Perennial Artisan Ales | Spiced Imperial Stout | 13.2% ABV | Untappd: 4.45 / BeerAdvocate: 97 |
| Take 10 | Perennial Artisan Ales | Snack Mix Imperial Stout | 11.3% ABV | Untappd: 4.15 / 5 |
| Dead Drop Old Fashioned | Thornton Distilling | RTD Craft Cocktail | 37% ABV (74 Proof) | Collab w/ The Violet Hour |
| Dead Drop Gin | Thornton Distilling | Small Batch Artisanal Gin | 44% ABV (88 Proof) | Bartender Spirits Awards Gold |
| Anniversary Saison | Sundial Brewing | Mixed-Fermentation Saison | 6.5% ABV | Champagne Effervescence |
| Entre Nous | Sundial Brewing | Oak-Aged Spelt Pale Ale | 8.0% ABV | Dry-Hopped w/ Cascade & Saazer |
| Bleuprint Berry Wheat | Scorched Earth | Blackberry Blueberry Wheat | 7.0% ABV | Deep Purple Fruit Punch |
| Hefe’n It | Scorched Earth | Bavarian Hefeweizen | 4.8% ABV | Untappd: 3.75 / 5 |
| Hickster | Scorched Earth | American Cream Ale | 4.8% ABV | Untappd: 3.68 / 5 |
| Nightmare Juice | Mason Ale Works | Hazy DIPA | 7.9% ABV | Mango & Passionfruit Juice |
| Dankenstein’s Monster | Mason Ale Works | Unfiltered DIPA | 9.3% ABV | Resinous Pine & Dank Hop Oil |
| Point Blank | Mason Ale Works | DDH West Coast DIPA | 8.8% ABV | Bone-Dry Grapefruit Snapping |
| 4 Grain Bourbon | Whiskey Acres | Estate 4-Grain Bourbon | 50.5% ABV (101 Proof) | Seed-to-Spirit Estate Grown |
| Espadín Mezcal | El Búho Mezcal | Artisanal Oaxacan Mezcal | 45.0% ABV (90 Proof) | Pit-Roasted Espadín Agave |
Technical Brewing & Distilling Science Breakdown
To help craft beer and spirits enthusiasts appreciate today’s drop, here is a technical breakdown of the production chemistry featured in this release:
1. Extended Spirit Extraction in Barrel-Aged Stouts
In the Perennial Maman Stout Grayslake release, the beer undergoes 25 to 32 months of aging in Willett and Heaven Hill rye and bourbon oak barrels.
During seasonal ambient temperature shifts in the rickhouse, the wood pores expand and contract. This forces high-gravity stout deep into the oak char layer.
The alcohol extracts barrel lactones (coconut notes), vanillin (sweet vanilla), and wood tannins. This imparts a velvety mouthfeel and complex oak character without adding artificial flavorings.
2. Mixed-Fermentation Saison Esterification & Spelt Mashing
In Sundial Entre Nous and Anniversary Saison from Sundial Brewing & Blending, brewers utilize wild Saccharomyces and Brettanomyces yeast cultures alongside Lactobacillus.
Malted spelt introduces high protein and beta-glucans, creating a silky body.
During extended barrel aging, wild yeasts synthesize precursor fatty acids into aromatic esters (ethyl butyrate and isoamyl acetate). This creates pear, white pepper, and subtle barnyard funky complexity balanced against crisp acidity.
3. Seed-to-Spirit Four-Grain Bourbon Mashing
In Whiskey Acres 4 Grain Mash Bourbon from Whiskey Acres Distilling Co., the mash bill combines four distinct estate-grown grains: corn (sweetness), wheat (smoothness), rye (baking spice), and malted barley (enzymatic starch conversion).
Because all grain is grown on their DeKalb farm, the local limestone-filtered water and nutrient-rich soil profile impart a distinct Midwestern terroir that shines through 101-proof distillation.
Food & Beverage Pairing Suggestions
Elevate your Wednesday evening tasting experience at home with these recommended food pairings:
- Perennial Maman Barrel-Aged Stout: Pair alongside flourless chocolate cake, sharp blue cheese, or smoked beef brisket.
- Thornton Dead Drop Old Fashioned: Matches grilled ribeye steak, roasted pecans, or dark chocolate truffles.
- Sundial Entre Nous Farmhouse Pale Ale: Excellent with artisanal goat cheese crostini, fresh oysters, or herb-roasted chicken.
- Scorched Earth Bleuprint Berry Wheat: Enjoy with lemon tarts, summer salads, or fresh berry shortcake.
Step-by-Step Taproom Arrival Guide
Visiting Beer Bazaar for tonight’s releases is simple and welcoming:
- Arrive at Center Street: Head to 107 Center Street in downtown Grayslake. Order a fresh draft glass pour from bartender Sean at the counter.
- Inspect the Stout Display Table: Check out our main display table where Nader set up fresh allocations of Perennial, Thornton, Sundial, and Scorched Earth.
- Build Your Custom Mix-Pack: Select individual cans across all featured breweries to craft a custom 4-pack or 6-pack to-go.
- Enjoy Outside Food: Feel free to bring takeout or order delivery from local downtown Grayslake restaurants to enjoy at your taproom table.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Perennial Maman Stout in Grayslake, Illinois?
Beer Bazaar carries allocations of the Perennial Maman Stout Grayslake 2025 release at 107 Center Street in downtown Grayslake.
Who is the bartender on duty tonight?
Sean is behind the bar tonight, Wednesday, serving fresh draft glass pours and assisting bottle shop guests!
Is Thornton Dead Drop Old Fashioned ready to drink right out of the bottle?
Yes! Thornton Dead Drop Old Fashioned is bottled at 37% ABV (74 Proof). Simply pour 2 to 3 ounces over a large ice cube, stir, and garnish with an orange peel.
Can I purchase single cans or bottles at Beer Bazaar?
Yes! You can purchase individual single cans and full spirit bottles across all featured brands in our retail package shop.
Hub & Spoke Cluster: Related Grayslake Events
Explore our connected event hubs and upcoming taproom activities:
- Pillar Event Hub: View our full schedule on the Grayslake Community Events Calendar.
- Tuesday Night Trivia: Join us for Tuesday Trivia Night Grayslake every Tuesday at 6:30 PM.
- First Friday Party: Attend First Fridays Karaoke Grayslake on the first Friday of every month.
- Draft & Package Hub: Browse active glass pours on the main Beer Bazaar Taproom Menu.
Visit Beer Bazaar Tonight for Perennial Maman Stout Grayslake
Stop by Center Street tonight to catch bartender Sean, meet up with Nader, and pick up your allocations of Perennial Maman Stout Grayslake!
For inventory holds or product questions, call us directly at (224) 541-4494. See you in the historic Village of Grayslake center!
