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title: "Black Oil by Soul Barrel Brewery"
description: "An annual solera stout blended from vintages aged in bourbon, whiskey and rum barrels."
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updated: "2026-07-15"
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# Black Oil by Soul Barrel Brewery

An annual solera stout blended from vintages aged in bourbon, whiskey and rum barrels.

## Beer

- Brewery: [Soul Barrel Brewery](https://craftbeer.co.za/soul-barrel-brewery/)
- Style: Barrel-aged Imperial Stout
- Category: Stout
- Tags: Seasonal · Cellar release
- ABV: 13.0%
- IBU: 60

## Description

An annual solera stout blended from vintages aged in bourbon, whiskey and rum barrels.

## Tasting notes

- Coffee and roast
- Sweet chocolate malt
- Oak and warming spirit

## Packaging

- 375 ml bottle

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