Vocation Brewery Bourbon Barrel Aged - Imperial Coffee Stout

Name: Vocation Brewery Bourbon Barrel Aged - Imperial Coffee Stout
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6924851e1603da7c69c604f4
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4 (260 reviews)

Imperial Stout 12.6 º

Vocation Brewery

This Imperial Coffee Stout presents a majestic sensory journey, shaped by twenty-two months of maturation in premium Bourbon barrels. An initial wave of bold espresso dominates the profile, seamlessly integrated with the deep, charred oak and vanilla notes of the spirit. The palate is defined by a luxurious tapestry of dark chocolate and rich molasses, punctuated by the delicate sweetness of muscovado sugar and golden honey. Heavy-set and velvety, the experience concludes with a warming, sophisticated finish that highlights the complex synergy between the roasted coffee beans and the enduring influence of the bourbon-soaked wood.

Appearance. Deep opaque ebony (SRM 40+). Pours with a thick, tan to mocha-colored head that subsides to a persistent collar; oily legs are visible on the glass due to high alcohol and residual sugars.

Aroma. High intensity. A striking espresso aroma leads, followed by deep bourbon notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel. Rich malt character provides layers of dark chocolate, molasses, and a hint of dark fruit esters like plum or raisin.

Taste. Initial impression is an explosion of roasted coffee and dark chocolate. Mid-palate reveals complex sweetness from muscovado sugar and golden honey, balanced by a firm roasted bitterness and bourbon-derived tannins. The finish is long and decadent, echoing notes of molasses and charred wood with a clean, spirituous edge.

Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and exceptionally viscous with a velvety, coating texture. Carbonation is low to moderate. A significant but smooth alcohol warmth glows in the throat and chest without being harsh or fusel.

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