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Son Sanson
Son Sanson presents as a robust and layered Imperial Brown Ale, elevating the classic profile with intensified richness. The sensory journey is led by a deep, malty-rich core featuring prominent notes of dark chocolate, toasted pecans, and burnt caramel. These decadent malt characteristics are deftly countered by a firm, resinous bitterness and citrusy hop accents common to the style. The Imperial designation manifests in a fuller, more luxurious texture and a gentle, integrated alcohol warmth. While malt-forward, the balance remains decisively American, concluding with a medium-dry finish that lingers with a pleasant interplay of roasted cocoa and piney hop oils.
Appearance. Deep mahogany to dark brown in color (30 SRM). It displays excellent clarity with a moderate-sized, creamy, light tan head that shows good retention and leaves distinct lacing.
Aroma. High intensity malt aroma featuring layers of dark chocolate, toasted bread crusts, and nutty caramel. The hop aroma is moderate, presenting as bright grapefruit zest and earthy pine. Very low fruity esters are present, overshadowed by the rich malt and assertive American hop profile.
Taste. The initial impression is a complex burst of chocolate-covered caramel and toasted nuts. Bitterness is medium-high, providing a clean counterpoint to the malt sweetness without being harsh. Hop flavors echo the aroma with citrus and resinous notes. The fermentation is clean, leading into a medium-dry finish where toasted malt and hop bitterness linger harmoniously.
Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a smooth, slightly creamy texture. Carbonation is moderate, providing enough lift to prevent the beer from feeling heavy. A light, pleasant alcohol warmth is perceptible, characteristic of its increased strength, without being hot or fusel.
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