Dutch Bargain Dikkertje Dap

Name: Dutch Bargain Dikkertje Dap
Brand: Beer
SKU: 626bcc7b1603da972a20f417
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.93 (166 reviews)

Imperial Stout 14 º 48 IBU

Dutch Bargain

This Imperial Stout is an opulent, high-gravity expression defined by its time spent in rum barrels and the addition of decadent crème brûlée elements. On the nose, intense notes of singed vanilla bean and caramelized sugar intertwine with the pungent, spicy warmth of aged rum. The palate is a viscous journey of dark chocolate and espresso, lifted by the distillate's vinous complexities. While the 14% ABV provides a significant, smooth warmth, the underlying roast of the malts ensures a balanced, bittersweet conclusion. It is a harmonious marriage of spirit-forward intensity and dessert-like luxury, offering a complex, velvety finish.

Appearance. Jet black and opaque (SRM 40+). Pours with a dense, deep tan head of moderate retention. High alcohol and viscosity create prominent legs on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity with a complex blend of bittersweet chocolate, espresso, and burnt sugar. Prominent vanilla and spicy rum-soaked oak are evident. Low esters of raisins and prunes are present, with very low hop character.

Taste. Initial impression of rich caramelized sugar and vanilla custard. Malt flavors follow with intense dark chocolate and roasted grain. Moderate bitterness and rum distillate provide a counterpoint to the heavy sweetness. The finish is long and bittersweet, featuring lingering notes of spirit-soaked fruit and charred oak.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a velvety, luscious texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. Strong, smooth alcohol warmth is present but integrated into the heavy body.

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