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Menno Olivier Brewing FELLOWSHIP

Name: Menno Olivier Brewing FELLOWSHIP
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6a0ae82b1603dae24d44aa73
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.5 (1 reviews)

Imperial Stout 12.5 º 20 IBU

Menno Olivier Brewing
Hoppit

This Imperial Stout offers an immense sensory landscape, opening with a dense, jet-black pour and a lingering deep tan head. The aroma is saturated with bittersweet dark chocolate and Dutch-process cocoa, complemented by evocative notes of espresso, black currants, and sun-dried raisins. On the palate, the inclusion of salt masterfully sharpens the rich cacao character, providing a savory counterpoint to the intense roasted malt sweetness. Significant alcohol warmth at 12.5% integrates seamlessly into a velvety, full-bodied texture. The finish is exceptionally long, balancing charred grain bitterness with a decadent, lingering dark fruit and chocolate-covered toffee complexity.

Appearance. Opaque jet black (40 SRM). Dense, persistent deep tan head with moderate lacing. High viscosity creates visible legs on the glass side.

Aroma. High intensity. Robust bittersweet chocolate and raw cacao nibs mingle with heavy roast notes of charred grain and espresso. Moderate esters of prune, fig, and dark cherry. Noticeable but smooth alcohol warmth with a hint of caramel.

Taste. Initial impression of rich dark chocolate and coffee. Deep malt complexity featuring toast and black licorice. The salt addition provides a savory lift, accentuating the natural sweetness of the malt and cacao. Firm hop bitterness balances the substantial body. Finish is long, warming, and bittersweet.

Mouthfeel. Very full-bodied and chewy with a luscious, velvety texture. Moderate-low carbonation. Prominent, smooth alcohol warmth that is well-integrated without being sharp.

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