Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes (BFM) Procrastinator 5

Name: Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes (BFM) Procrastinator 5
Brand: Beer
SKU: 67fd19b11603daf953bddbfc
Rating: 4.08 (83 reviews)

Russian Imperial Stout 9.99 º

BFM (Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes)

Procrastinator 5 is a decadent Imperial Stout from BFM, elevated by extensive aging in bourbon barrels. The sensory journey begins with an intense melange of espresso and bittersweet chocolate, interwoven with the distinct vanilla and toasted oak signatures of the barrel. At nearly ten percent alcohol, it offers a sophisticated warmth that complements deep esters of dried plums and figs. The influence of the wood adds a layer of coconut and caramel sweetness, rounding out the aggressive roast and firm bitterness. It concludes with a complex, lingering finish where charred grain and spirituous depth achieve a harmonious, velvety balance.

Appearance. SRM 40; opaque, jet black with a dense, persistent deep tan head. High viscosity is apparent through noticeable legs on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity. Rich layers of dark chocolate, roasted coffee beans, and black licorice. Significant bourbon influence presents as vanilla, toasted oak, and a hint of coconut. Moderate esters of raisin and prune mingle with a smooth, spirituous warmth.

Taste. Initial impact of bittersweet cocoa and espresso. The mid-palate reveals bourbon-soaked oak, caramel, and vanilla. Firm bitterness provides a necessary counterpoint to the rich malt density. Complex dark fruit flavors lead into a long, warming finish with lingering notes of charred grain and sweet wood.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a luscious, velvety texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. A significant but gentle alcohol warmth spreads across the palate without being sharp or solventy.

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