This Imperial-strength interpretation of an American Porter is a decadent sensory immersion, defined by its 14-month maturation in George Dickel and Willett bourbon barrels. The profile is dominated by rich, campfire-smoke notes from Polish Smoked Plums, intertwined with the spicy warmth of Cinnamon and the creamy sweetness of Vanilla. Deep layers of dark chocolate and espresso malt form a robust foundation, while the barrel aging contributes evocative notes of charred oak, toasted coconut, and sweet caramel. On the palate, the interplay of smoke and stone fruit evolves into a lingering, velvety finish of spice and dark-sugar richness.
Appearance.SRM 40+. Opaque, deep black with dark ruby highlights at the edges. Head is thick, creamy, and tan-colored, with moderate retention and fine-beaded lacing.
Aroma.High intensity. Bold aromas of smoked wood and campfire from the plums and smoked malt. Strong vanilla bean and cinnamon spice follow, supported by bourbon-derived oak, caramel, and coconut. Deep roasted malt profile of dark chocolate and charred grain. Esters of dried fruits like prune and raisin. No hop aroma.
Taste.Initial impression is a complex blend of wood smoke and sweet vanilla. Deep roasted malt flavors of cocoa, espresso, and burnt toast. The Polish Smoked Plums provide a savory-sweet, dark fruitiness. Mid-palate reveals bourbon warmth with spicy cinnamon. Bitterness is firm but balanced by significant residual sweetness and barrel tannins. Finish is long and warming with lingering smoke and spice.
Mouthfeel.Full, viscous, and mouth-coating body. Low to moderately-low carbonation. Significant alcohol warmth that remains smooth. Noticeable creaminess enhanced by the vanilla and barrel maturation. Minimal dark malt astringency.
Sensory Profile.
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Pinta Barrel Brewing Immersion 2022 330ml
Smoked Imperial Porter, alc. 13%
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