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Southern Grist Brewing Company LFG '23 Volume IV
Imperial Stout 10.1 º
This Imperial Stout presents a decadent sensory profile shaped by twenty-four months in a Wilderness Trail Rye barrel. The extended aging imparts a sophisticated layer of spicy oak and vanilla that intertwines with the intense roasted malt base of dark chocolate and espresso. Conditioning on candied pecans, house-roasted pistachios, and house-roasted hazelnuts introduces a layered nuttiness, ranging from praline sweetness to earthy, savory depths. At 10.1% ABV, the warmth is expertly integrated, enhancing the dark fruit esters of raisin and plum. The result is a harmonious, velvety experience where barrel-driven spice complements the lush, oily richness of the roasted nuts.
Appearance. Opaque, jet black in color (SRM 40+). Pours with a thick, deep tan head that shows moderate retention, eventually receding to a persistent collar. Significant viscosity is evident through thick legs on the glass.
Aroma. High intensity with a complex blend of bittersweet chocolate, roasted coffee, and charred grain. The Wilderness Trail Rye barrel contributes prominent notes of spicy rye, oak, and toasted vanilla. Distinctive aromas of roasted hazelnut and buttery pecan merge with subtle dark fruit esters of prune and black currant.
Taste. Rich initial impression of dark cocoa and espresso. The flavor is dominated by a trifecta of nuts, featuring candied pecan sweetness, savory roasted pistachio, and earthy hazelnut. Mid-palate reveals rye whiskey spice and oak tannins. Medium-high bitterness provides balance to the malty sweetness, leading to a long, warming finish of roasted grain and nut oils.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and remarkably chewy with a luscious, velvety texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. A smooth, gentle alcohol warmth is present without being sharp or solventy.
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