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Imperial Stout 14 º
This double-barrel-aged Imperial Stout offers an opulent sensory journey, starting with its foundation of oak-aged and barrel-aged components. Extended maturation in Willett barrels imparts profound notes of toasted oak and spicy bourbon, which meld seamlessly with the base’s dark chocolate and roasted grain profile. The addition of fresh-ground cinnamon sticks provides a warming spice, while vanilla beans and barrel-aged maple syrup introduce a luxurious, velvety sweetness. At 14% ABV, the alcohol is integrated but prominent, enhancing the depth of dark fruit esters and charred wood. It is a decadent, harmonious marriage of intense roast, spirit-forward complexity, and dessert-like adjuncts.
Appearance. Jet black and opaque (40+ SRM). A modest, dark tan head with low retention, yielding to heavy, viscous legs on the glass that signal its high alcohol content and sugar density.
Aroma. Intense and multi-layered, featuring rich bittersweet chocolate and espresso roast. High spirit-forward notes of bourbon and charred oak from Willett barrels are prominent, intertwined with pungent cinnamon spice and creamy vanilla. Deep aromas of maple syrup add a caramel-like sweetness, supported by moderate esters of dried figs and raisins.
Taste. The initial impression is an explosion of dark roasted malt, cocoa, and sweet maple syrup. The mid-palate introduces spicy cinnamon and woody tannins from the double barrel aging process. Alcohol warmth is significant but smooth, complementing the vanilla's richness. Bitterness is medium-high but remains subordinate to the dense malt and adjunct sweetness, finishing with a long, lingering trail of bittersweet chocolate, maple, and oak.
Mouthfeel. Extremely full-bodied, chewy, and viscous with a velvety, luscious texture. Low carbonation. A pronounced, smooth alcohol warmth glows in the chest, without being sharp or solventy.
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