Speedway Stout Grand Prix Series – Blackberry Pie Edition (12% ABV)
AleSmith Brewing Company – San Diego, CA
Short Little History
From the brewers behind one of the world’s most acclaimed imperial stouts comes another dessert-inspired masterpiece. AleSmith Brewing Company’s Speedway Stout has been the crown jewel of San Diego’s dark beer scene for decades, and the Grand Prix Series transforms that classic base into a rotating lineup of rich, imaginative pastry stouts. The Blackberry Pie Edition captures the spirit of a late-summer dessert — juicy blackberries, buttery crust, and a touch of vanilla — all integrated into the iconic Speedway foundation that fans know and love.
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: Blackberry, vanilla, graham cracker crust, and roasted malt
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Brewery: AleSmith Brewing Company – San Diego, CA
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Format: 16oz cans
Tasting Notes
Blackberry Pie Speedway Stout pours a deep, obsidian black with a rich mocha head and waves of fresh berry aroma, toasted sugar, and subtle cocoa. On the palate, you’ll find luscious layers of ripe blackberry compote, vanilla cream, and lightly roasted coffee, balanced by a sweet, pastry-like finish reminiscent of golden pie crust. Full-bodied, velvety, and fruit-forward, it’s a decadent stout that marries Speedway’s roasty sophistication with bright berry dessert character.
Awards (Even from Past Releases)
While each Grand Prix Edition is a unique, limited creation, Speedway Stout itself is among the most decorated beers in craft history:
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Multiple World Beer Cup & Great American Beer Festival medals for Imperial Stout excellence
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Named repeatedly among RateBeer’s Top 100 Beers in the World
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Recognized internationally for consistent quality and bold innovation
Overall Expression of the Product
The Speedway Stout Grand Prix Series – Blackberry Pie Edition is a decadent, fruit-forward twist on AleSmith’s legendary Imperial Stout. Bursting with real blackberry flavor, balanced sweetness, and smooth roasted malt depth, it’s both indulgent and refined. At 12% ABV, it delivers dessert-level richness in a sip-worthy, expertly crafted stout that’s perfect for sharing, cellaring, or savoring solo. A true standout in the Grand Prix lineup — dark beer artistry with a sweet berry finish.