La Calavera The Abyss

Name: La Calavera The Abyss
Brand: Beer
SKU: 563a3a39f70fb5d4595af3ed
Rating: 3.94 (251 reviews)

Baltic Porter 9.4 º 67 IBU

La Calavera

La Calavera’s The Abyss is a decadent Imperial Porter that plunges the palate into deep, dark depths of roasted complexity and tropical indulgence. An assertive presence of toasted coconut dominates the profile, woven into a velvety tapestry of milk chocolate and sweet caramel malts. Despite its high strength and 67 IBUs, the bitterness remains integrated, providing a sturdy backbone against the rich, sugary malt core. Subtle hints of espresso and charred grain emerge in the background, while the addition of coconut enhances the beer's inherently creamy mouthfeel, resulting in a luxurious, dessert-like finish that lingers with warmth and sweetness.

Appearance. Near-opaque, deep obsidian with garnetted mahogany highlights at the edges. Crowns with a dense, persistent tan head that leaves thick lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity. A dominant, sweet toasted coconut aroma leads, supported by rich layers of milk chocolate and toffee. Low notes of roasted coffee and dark bread crust provide depth, with a subtle earthy hop presence in the background. Esters are minimal, overshadowed by the decadence of the specialty ingredients.

Taste. Initial impression is one of lush coconut sweetness and chocolate-covered pralines. The malt profile is rich and sugary, balanced by a firm hop bitterness and soft roasted grain character that prevents it from being cloying. Toasted coconut flavors persist throughout, mingling with notes of vanilla and dark cocoa. The finish is long and satisfyingly sweet with a gentle roasted astringency and clean alcohol presence.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and exceptionally viscous with a creamy, coating texture. Carbonation is moderate, providing enough lift to balance the weight. A smooth, well-integrated alcohol warmth is evident, though never harsh.

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