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La Source Beer Co. Primitive 041
Imperial Stout 10.5 º
Primitive 041 is a decadent, full-throttle Imperial Stout that captures the nostalgic essence of the Belgian Speculoos cookie. This opulent beer pours with an engine-oil viscosity, signaling its 10.5% strength. The sensory experience is dominated by a rich cake-like sweetness, weaving together deep layers of bittersweet chocolate and espresso-like roasted malts with a festive array of warming spices. Notes of cinnamon, ginger, and caramelized brown sugar evoke the buttery profile of the traditional Speculoos biscuit, while the underlying dark grain character provides a sturdy, roasty backbone. It is a luscious, harmonious dessert stout with a lingering, spiced warmth and a velvet-like finish.
Appearance. Jet black and completely opaque (40 SRM). Pours with a dense, creamy, deep tan head that shows moderate retention. High viscosity is evident as thick legs coating the glass upon swirling.
Aroma. High intensity and complex. Dominant aromas of dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and roasted coffee are layered with aggressive spice notes of cinnamon and clove. Subordinate hints of black currant and prune esters mingle with a rich, bready sweetness resembling toasted cake and brown sugar. Alcohol is noticeable but smooth, lacking any solvent sharpness.
Taste. The initial impression is intensely chocolatey and decadent. Rich flavors of bittersweet cocoa and espresso-roast malt provide a foundation for prominent Speculoos spice character—cinnamon, ginger, and caramelized biscuit. Bitterness is medium-high, providing enough balance to prevent the heavy malt sweetness from becoming cloying. The mid-palate reveals dark fruit notes of raisin and fig, leading into a long, lingering finish of spicy warmth and dark grain toastiness.
Mouthfeel. Very full-bodied and chewy with a luscious, velvety texture. Carbonation is low to moderate, enhancing the beer's creamy weight. A significant, smooth alcohol warmth is present, reflecting its high gravity without being harsh or hot.
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La Source Beer Co. | Zwart | 33 cl | 10,5%
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La Source Primitive 041
A decadent and thick Imperial Stout which has been spiced to look like our delicious National Cookie ...s! ALC. 10,5% 33cl
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A decadent and thick Imperial Stout which has been spiced to look like our delicious National Cookies! ALC. 10,5% 33cl
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