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Edge Brewing Vintage 2017 Master Blend
This 2017 vintage Imperial Stout presents a masterful synthesis of deep roasted intensity and nuanced barrel character. Fourteen months of maturation in Jim Beam and Buffalo Trace barrels have imparted luxurious layers of toasted coconut, rich vanilla, and buttery toffee that meld seamlessly with the base beer’s dark chocolate and espresso core. The extended aging has rounded the 12.3% ABV into a sophisticated warmth, while the charred oak contributes a distinct bourbon-soaked sweetness. Viscous and remarkably refined, it delivers a silky smooth mouthfeel with lingering notes of dark fruit and caramelized sugars, embodying the complexity of a well-matured master blend.
Appearance. Jet black and opaque (SRM 40+). It produces a thick, deep tan head with moderate to low retention, leaving persistent lacing and visible legs on the glass indicative of its high alcohol content and viscosity.
Aroma. High intensity with a rich blend of roasted coffee, bittersweet chocolate, and black licorice. The aging process introduces prominent bourbon notes, vanilla, and toasted coconut. Moderate esters of dried plum and raisin are present, accompanied by a smooth, vinous alcohol character.
Taste. An intense initial impression of dark chocolate and roasted grain. Strong barrel-derived flavors of toffee and vanilla balance a medium-high hop bitterness. Notes of charred oak and bourbon are front and center, supported by a malt sweetness that avoids being cloying. The finish is long and smooth, with a lingering warmth and an aftertaste of dark fruit and cocoa.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a velvety, luscious texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. A significant but smooth alcohol warmth is present, enhancing the creamy mouthfeel without any harshness or astringency.
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