Cycle Brewing Company DCB DBR

Name: Cycle Brewing Company DCB DBR
Brand: Beer
SKU: 66c5a43a1603da4806ad8032
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.59 (21 reviews)

Imperial Stout 14 º

Cycle Brewing Company

This Imperial Stout offers an opulent sensory profile shaped by two years of maturation in Prichard’s double chocolate bourbon barrels. The extended aging integrates intense notes of dark chocolate and molten fudge with the charred oak and vanilla essence of the spirit. Whiskey-soaked cocoa nibs heighten the depth, introducing a rich, earthy bitterness that balances the residual malt sweetness. Expect profound aromatic layers of espresso, black forest cake, and toasted marshmallow. On the palate, the 14% ABV manifests as a smooth, sophisticated warmth, supporting a velvety, viscous texture that lingers with impressions of dark fruit, fine leather, and premium bourbon.

Appearance. SRM 40+; jet black and completely opaque. Pours with a small, dense, dark tan head that recedes quickly to a thin ring, leaving thick, oily legs on the glass indicative of high alcohol and viscosity.

Aroma. High intensity and deeply layered. Prominent aromas of bittersweet chocolate and fudge are complemented by bourbon-soaked oak, vanilla, and toasted coconut. Deeply roasted malts provide a backdrop of espresso and charred grain, while esters suggest dark raisins and dried figs.

Taste. Intense initial impression of rich chocolate ganache and warm bourbon. The mid-palate reveals complex malt layers of toasted bread, dark caramel, and espresso. Hop bitterness is moderate but firm, providing enough structure to balance the substantial malt sweetness. The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of whiskey, cocoa, and oaky tannins.

Mouthfeel. Very full-bodied and chewy with a lush, velvety texture. Carbonation is low, enhancing the beer’s syrupy weight. A significant but smooth alcohol warmth is present and noticeable without being harsh or solventy.

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