UX Brew Dark Portrait

Name: UX Brew Dark Portrait
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6282ce73aedfcf06ef60a7ae
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.04 (138 reviews)

Russian Imperial Stout 10.5 º

UX Brew

Dark Portrait presents as a formidable Imperial Stout, casting a deep, light-absorbing shadow in the glass. This straight interpretation emphasizes a dense sensory journey, led by assertive roasted grain and high-intensity dark chocolate. The 10.5% ABV provides a significant but integrated backbone, manifesting as a gentle vinous warmth that complements deep layers of black licorice and espresso. Unlike sweeter contemporary versions, it leans into a structured, malt-forward profile where the roasted character is deliberately more perceptible, offering a chewy, velvety mouthfeel and a lingering, bittersweet finish that celebrates the purity of the style's dark essence.

Appearance. Jet black and completely opaque. Pours with a thick, deep tan head with moderate retention that leaves oily legs on the glass as it settles.

Aroma. High intensity dominated by bittersweet chocolate, heavy coffee roast, and hints of burnt grain. Secondary notes of dark dried fruits—specifically prunes and raisins—intermingle with a smooth, warming alcohol presence and a subtle earthy hop character.

Taste. Rich, complex initial impression of charred malt and cocoa. The mid-palate reveals deep layers of black licorice and toasted bread, supported by a firm hop bitterness that balances the residual malt sweetness. The finish is long and warming, displaying a harmonious interplay of roasted bitterness and dark fruit esters.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and exceptionally chewy with a velvety, luscious texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. A significant but smooth alcohol warmth spreads across the palate without being harsh or solventy.

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