(Portland, OR) – From the most recent newsletter: upcoming brews from Laurelwood Brewing . . .

In 22 oz. bottles and on tap next month: Organic Portland Roast Espresso Stout

“A collaboration between our brewery and Portland Roasting, this beer features a blend of Sumatran and Ethiopian coffees specially selected by our Head Brewer. These Organic and Farm Friendly Direct coffees blend nicely in our smooth and mellow Organic stout. This well-balanced creation has a nice coffee aroma and flavor that subtly compliments the roasted character of this dark ale.
6.3% ABV 40 IBUs O.G. 15º Plato”

And what else is on tap?

“Oatmeal Stout On Nitro at NE 51st
This creamy dark ale has been designed to be smooth and luscious. The addition of flaked oats and roasted barley gives this beer a silk like palette. With a roasted flavor up front, a hint of chocolate in the middle and a dry and crisp finish, this beer has an abundance of flavor. To complete this dark masterpiece we are serving the Oatmeal Stout on nitro making it creamy and easy to drink. Try one for yourself and take your palette to heaven for the New Year.
5.8% ABV O.G. 13.5 º Plato IBU 40

E.lvis’ S.pecial B.eer
Our Extra Special Bitter is considerably hoppier and more flavorful than its English cousin. Brewed in honor of Elvis’ January 8th birthday, ESB has “Vegas” loads of fresh hop flavor balanced with subtle caramel malt sweetness. Cheers to the King.
6.6% ABV, 60 IBU, O.G. 15º Plato
On tap at NE 51st and Battle Ground on Friday, January 15

Arctic Apocalypse Black Imperial IPA
How can something be black as the darkest winter night and be a “pale ale?” Beats us, but here we have an oxymoronic, yet delicious ale. Brewed with a secret all malt recipe (no coloring added), we’ve created a beer that looks like a porter but tastes like an IPA- no roast character here. This is a strong, dark ale with loads of hop character.
9% ABV 100 IBUs O.G. 21º Plato
Available on tap at NE 51st and Battle Ground on January 20th”