BQE DAY



It all started in 2014, in the dead of winter, when we released our first edition of BQE - a coffee stout named after the artery that connects Brooklyn and Queens. A celebration of the boroughs we lived and worked, we sourced cacao nibs from chocolate makers in Brooklyn and coffee roasted in Queens. Brooklyn Queens Espresso stout was born. 

Now in its eleventh year, with 30 variants and vintages behind us, we are excited to announce 2025 BQE with three variants inspired by some of our favorite breweries that are masters of stout and adjunct. This year our three variants are remix collaborations with BOTTLE LOGIC, NORTH PARK, and XUL. 

2025 BQE Coffee Chocolate
2025 BQE Extra Vanilla (collab with Bottle Logic)
2025 BQE Extra Coconut (collab with North Park)
2025 BQE PB & J (collab with Xul)

Available at all taprooms Saturday, December 13th.
Special vintage bottle pours available at all taprooms.

Four Bottle sets available for pre-order for pickup at taproom and delivery in New York State, through our webshop.

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Born in NYC, Finback is dedicated to creative expression in Beer, Spirits and Coffee. Our foundation is brewing and making artful beverages, while our motivation is building creative platforms and welcoming spaces that give joy. We are passionate about our products and our team of dedicated creatives strive to bring you and our community meaningful and resonating experiences.

Founded in 2014 by Basil Lee and Kevin Stafford, Finback is a project to merge creativity and passion in brewing. Our team is driven to explore ingredients, flavors, and effects in brewing, design, and environments in hopes of making a joyful hospitality experience. We envision Finback as a platform for creativity to support the artistic endeavors of our team and community. Our passion has extended to botanically driven spirits and gins at HALFTONE SPIRITS; meticulously sourced and roasted coffees at INVISIBLE FORCE COFFEE; feel food Asian snacks and food at DUMPLING UP; and, a foray into agriculture and rural development at FFARM.




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