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Elmeleven Fractal (w. 3 Sons)
Imperial Stout 12 º
This Imperial Stout presents a decadent bake shop profile, blending barrel-aged depth with fresh, roasty character. The aroma is dominated by a complex trio of vanilla beans from Uganda, Madagascar, and Papua New Guinea, creating a lush, creamy foundation. Layers of tonka beans provide an almond-like nuttiness, while warm cinnamon and herbal cardamom provide a spicy counterpoint to the deep caramelized sugar. On the palate, a velvety sweetness carries notes of dark chocolate and roasted malts, balanced by the vinous dried fruit and caramel of the barrel blend. It is a viscous, indulgent sipper that harmonizes intense spices with a warming, sticky finish.
Appearance. Jet black and opaque (SRM 40+). Pours with a dense, dark tan head with moderate retention and significant lacing. High viscosity is evident through thick legs coating the glass.
Aroma. High intensity and deeply complex. Strong notes of rich dark chocolate and roasted coffee are layered with an aromatic spice cabinet of cinnamon and herbal cardamom. The three-origin vanilla blend provides a heavy, floral, and creamy sweetness, while the tonka beans add hints of marzipan. Substantial barrel character contributes aromas of toasted oak, caramel, and dark dried fruits like raisins and prunes.
Taste. The initial impression is intensely sweet and decadent, featuring caramelized sugar and a trio of vanilla varieties. The mid-palate reveals a blend of bittersweet chocolate and roastiness from the fresh stout, alongside spicy peaks of cinnamon and cardamom. Barrel-aging imparts depth through notes of caramel, oak, and dark fruit. The balance leans towards sweetness, though roast and hop bitterness provide enough structure to prevent it from being cloying. The finish is long, lingering, and sticky.
Mouthfeel. Full to very full-bodied with a thick, chewy, and syrupy texture. Carbonation is low to moderate, enhancing the velvety mouthfeel. A significant, smooth alcohol warmth is present, reflecting the strength, with no harshness or astringency.
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Marka ElmelevenKod producenta 7350080582983 Styl BBA Imperial Stout Typ ale, ciemny ABV (zawartość ...alny termin przydatności do spożycia 01.12.2027 Zalecane warunki przechowywania temperatura: 5°C - 16°C Przeznaczenie do bezpośredniego spożycia Alergeny według informacji na etykiecie Barwa Piwo ...
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Marka ElmelevenKod producenta 7350080582983 Styl BBA Imperial Stout Typ ale, ciemny ABV (zawartość alkoholu) 12 Typ opakowania butelka BLG 33,5° Pojemność / Waga 330 ml Kraj pochodzenia Szwecja Minimalny termin przydatności do spożycia 01.12.2027 Zalecane warunki przechowywania temperatura: 5°C - 16°C Przeznaczenie do bezpośredniego spożycia Alergeny według informacji na etykiecie Barwa Piwo ciemne Nazwa handlowa Piwo kraftowe
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