Griffo Stout Barreled Whiskey is an American whiskey from Griffo Distillery in Petaluma, Sonoma County, aged in new American oak and finished in used stout beer barrels from Lagunitas Brewing, bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).
Inspired by Griffo's brewery friends, this whiskey blurs the line between whiskey and craft beer. Its mash bill of corn, rye and roasted barley does double duty: corn offers the classic nutty sweetness of bourbon, while the roasted malts craft a beloved coffee and chocolate stout profile. After maturing in new American oak barrels, it is finished in stout barrels from nearby Lagunitas. Griffo's award-winning spirits are crafted in Sonoma County with local ingredients, and this bottling earned a Double Gold at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Best of Class at the 2025 Sunset International Spirits Competition.
A rich, almost decadent pour, it offers notes of fresh fig, caramel, coffee bean and chocolate, with a long, evolving finish of dark espresso, rich chocolate and a subtle hint of tobacco.
It is a natural gift for craft beer lovers who also enjoy whiskey.
Stout barrel finishes add roasted, chocolatey depth without heavy sweetness.
A splash of water brings out the fig and caramel.
Serve it neat in a Glencairn to enjoy the coffee aroma.
A large ice cube makes it a slow, rich sipper.
It makes a decadent Old Fashioned with a dash of chocolate bitters.
Try it in an Irish Coffee-style serve for a cozy evening.
It is a fun bottle to share with craft beer friends.
Pair it with a cheese board of aged gouda and dark chocolate.
Small-batch craft whiskeys like this showcase their local character.
Its dark label looks great on a home bar shelf.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Fresh fig, caramel.
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Palate: Coffee bean, chocolate, toasted malt.
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Finish: Long: espresso, chocolate, tobacco.
Specifications
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Distillery: Griffo Distillery, Petaluma, California
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Style: American whiskey, stout barrel finished
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Mash Bill: Corn, rye and roasted barley
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Aging: New American oak, finished in Lagunitas stout barrels
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Proof / ABV: 90 proof (45% ABV)
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Region: Sonoma County, California
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or on a large cube, or stir a whiskey Old Fashioned with a dash of chocolate bitters. It pairs with brownies, smoked brisket or a pint of stout.
Frequently Asked Questions
What barrels finish it?
Used stout beer barrels from Lagunitas Brewing.
How does it taste?
Fig, caramel, coffee bean and chocolate, with an espresso finish.
Where is it made?
At Griffo Distillery in Petaluma, Sonoma County.
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