Speedway Stout Grand Prix Series – Dutch Apple Pie Edition (12% ABV)
AleSmith Brewing Company – San Diego, CA
Short Little History
The legendary Speedway Stout from AleSmith Brewing Company is known worldwide as one of the most refined and celebrated imperial stouts ever brewed. The Grand Prix Series takes that foundation and races into experimental flavor territory — small-batch, dessert-inspired variations that showcase AleSmith’s creativity and technical mastery. The Dutch Apple Pie Edition brings a comforting slice of nostalgia to the Speedway lineup, inspired by the warm, spiced sweetness of the classic Dutch dessert — an autumnal treat reimagined in stout form.
Key Features
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Style: Imperial Stout with natural flavors
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ABV: 12.0%
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Series: Speedway Stout Grand Prix Series
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Flavor Profile: Baked apple, cinnamon, brown sugar, vanilla, and buttery crust
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Brewery: AleSmith Brewing Company – San Diego, CA
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Format: 16oz cans
Tasting Notes
Dutch Apple Pie Speedway Stout pours deep black with a mocha-colored head and an aromatic bouquet of caramelized apple, cinnamon spice, and buttery pie crust. The first sip unfolds layers of roasted malt, molasses, and vanilla bean, balanced by hints of baked apple and brown sugar crumble. Rich yet approachable, it delivers the essence of dessert in a glass — smooth, spiced, and deeply satisfying — with a long, warming finish that perfectly complements cool evenings.
Awards (Even from Past Releases)
While this variant is a seasonal specialty, AleSmith’s Speedway Stout legacy includes:
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Multiple GABF & World Beer Cup medals for imperial stout excellence
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Repeated inclusion in RateBeer’s Top 100 Beers in the World
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International recognition for innovation through the Grand Prix Series variants
Overall Expression of the Product
The Speedway Stout Grand Prix Series – Dutch Apple Pie Edition is an elegant dessert stout that blends the power of Speedway’s rich malt base with the warmth of baked apple, cinnamon, and pie crust sweetness. At 12% ABV, it’s bold yet balanced — a smooth, spiced stout built for savoring. Perfect for fall sipping or pairing with dessert, it’s a decadent example of AleSmith’s mastery of both tradition and innovation.