Odd Side Ales Hazel's Nuts

Name: Odd Side Ales Hazel's Nuts
Brand: Beer
SKU: 61969bfe1603da6a30db90f5
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.27 (27689 reviews)

Imperial Stout 12.1 º 69 IBU

Odd Side Ales

Indulge in a decadent, multi-layered sensory experience with this robust imperial stout. Aged in bourbon barrels, it delivers a harmonious bouquet of rich dark chocolate, freshly brewed espresso, and prominent toasted hazelnuts. The wood aging imparts deep layers of sweet vanilla, toasted oak, and a warm splash of smooth whiskey. Velvety and warming on the palate, the beer balances sweet malt complexity with roasted bitterness, evoking the sensation of a premium liquid dessert. The hazelnut and coffee elements integrate seamlessly with the robust, alcohol-warmed base, leaving a long, luxurious finish of cocoa and oak.

Appearance. Opaque, pitch black with a thick, dense, mocha-colored head that exhibits excellent retention and leaves a heavy, persistent crown of lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity; dominant aromas of rich espresso coffee and heavily toasted hazelnuts are layered over dark chocolate, fudge, and sweet caramel malts. The bourbon barrel aging adds complex notes of smooth whiskey, sweet vanilla, charred oak, and a hint of coconut, with very low earthy hop notes and clean fermentation.

Taste. An indulgent initial impression of sweet milk chocolate, espresso, and robust roasted malt, immediately followed by rich, authentic toasted hazelnut flavors. The mid-palate introduces significant bourbon barrel character, featuring warming whiskey, caramelized oak, and sweet vanilla. Hop bitterness is moderate but balanced by roasted barley and coffee roast, leading to a long, sweet, and complex finish of oak, cocoa, and nuts.

Mouthfeel. Full and highly viscous body with a velvety, coating creaminess on the tongue. Carbonation is low to moderate, accompanied by a prominent, smooth alcohol warmth that is deeply comforting without being harsh or fusel.

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