La Pirata / Laugar Blackadder

Name: La Pirata / Laugar Blackadder
Brand: Beer
SKU: 59d48a201603da8f58039bc6
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.84 (1507 reviews)

Porter 9 º 30 IBU

La Pirata Brewing
Laugar Brewery

This Imperial Porter, a collaboration between La Pirata and Laugar, delivers a bold and dangerous sensory profile fitting its Blackadder moniker. A robust foundation of roasted malts creates deep layers of dark chocolate and espresso, balanced by a firm, resinous hop bitterness characteristic of the American Porter style. At 9% ABV, it provides a noticeable, smooth alcohol warmth that carries hints of dark dried fruits through the finish. The mouthfeel is velvety and medium-full, emphasizing a rich malt complexity without becoming overly acrid. It is a powerful interpretation of the style, blending aggressive hopping with a decadent, shadowy malt character.

Appearance. Deep black with mahogany highlights at the edges. Pours with a thick, creamy tan head that shows good retention and leaves persistent lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity of roasted malt featuring dark chocolate, heavy toast, and moderate coffee notes. A noticeable resinous and earthy hop character balances the malt, accompanied by subtle dark fruit esters like plum or raisin.

Taste. Initial impression of rich chocolate and roasted grain. Mid-palate reveals a firm bitterness that cuts through the malty sweetness. Flavors of black coffee and charred toast linger, supported by a medium-dry finish that avoids being acrid or harsh. Hop flavor is moderate, leaning towards resin and earthiness.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a creamy, smooth texture. Carbonation is moderate. A clear but well-integrated alcohol warmth is present, reflecting the high gravity without being fusel or hot.

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