Wylie Brewery Ultimate Choice

Name: Wylie Brewery Ultimate Choice
Brand: Beer
SKU: 67a1e22a1603da1b31c6155e
Rating: 3.9 (44 reviews)

Imperial Stout 10 º

Wylie Brewery
La Sitgetana Craft Beer

Ultimate Choice is a decadent Imperial Stout that commands attention with its profound sensory depth, amplified by meticulous bourbon barrel aging. The profile is dominated by layers of bittersweet chocolate and espresso-like roast, seamlessly integrated with the charred oak and sweet vanilla notes of the spirit barrels. Subtle undertones of dark stone fruits, such as black cherry and raisin, provide a vinous complexity. The high alcohol content is expressed as a gentle, well-integrated warmth that enhances the velvety, full-bodied texture. This collaboration with La Sitgetana offers a harmonious balance between intense roasted bitterness and the lingering, toasted coconut sweetness of the bourbon finish.

Appearance. Jet black and completely opaque; pours with a thick, dense, mocha-colored head that shows moderate retention. High viscosity is evidenced by visible legs on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity and deeply complex. Initial aromas of dark chocolate and roasted coffee beans are followed by rich bourbon notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a hint of caramel. Moderate esters reminiscent of dried figs and black currants provide a fruity depth, while a clean alcohol warmth is prominent.

Taste. The initial impression is of rich, dark malts with flavors of cocoa, espresso, and black licorice. The bourbon barrel influence introduces layers of vanilla and woody tannin, balancing the firm roast bitterness. The finish is long and warming, featuring a bittersweet interplay of charred grain and spirit-soaked oak that avoids being cloying.

Mouthfeel. Full to very full-bodied with a luxurious, chewy, and velvety texture. Carbonation is low to moderate, providing enough lift to the dense liquid. A smooth, noticeable alcohol warmth coats the palate without being harsh or solventy.

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