Finback Brewery Blueberry Drip

Name: Finback Brewery Blueberry Drip
Brand: Beer
SKU: 649d60b51603da8285e4441f
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.21 (2049 reviews)

Imperial Stout 11.5 º

Finback Brewery

Blueberry Drip is a lavish and decadent Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer that presents an indulgent, multi-layered sensory experience built upon a high-gravity imperial base. The aroma is dominated by freshly roasted coffee and earthy peanut butter, quickly followed by the jammy sweetness of ripe blueberry. Velvety vanilla rounds out the profile, smoothing the edges of the intense roasted malts. On the palate, the dark fruit provides a vital counterpoint to the rich, nutty weight of the peanut butter. This beer balances immense viscosity with complex dessert-like flavors, finishing with a lingering, warming presence of dark chocolate and espresso.

Appearance. Opaque, deep ebony to black (SRM 40+). Pours with a thick, dense, mocha-colored head that shows moderate retention and oily lacing; a faint purple tint may be visible at the glass edges.

Aroma. High intensity. Bold notes of dark-roasted coffee and creamy peanut butter lead, supported by a distinct jammy blueberry character. Underlying aromas of rich chocolate, toasted malts, and sweet vanilla bean provide a lush foundation. Low hop aroma; no significant fermentation esters beyond the fruit.

Taste. Massive initial sweetness of dark fruit and vanilla. Strong flavors of peanut butter and espresso follow, melded with heavy roasted malt, cocoa, and molasses. The blueberry provides a subtle tartness that balances the high residual sugar. Hop bitterness is low to moderate, serving primarily to provide structure. The finish is long and coating, featuring lingering nuttiness and berry skin.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and highly viscous with a chewy, palate-coating texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. Significant alcohol warmth is present but smooth and well-integrated. Very low astringency despite the coffee and fruit additions.

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