88
Overall
Aroma
11
Flavor
18
Mouthfeel
4
Appearance
3
San Leandro, California
What Our Editors Thought
Rich coffee, golden toast, light caramel, and a brief glimpse of sweetness on the nose give way to a thin, but roasty, sip that evokes slightly burnt coffee with a touch of balancing sweet.
What Our Panel Thought
Medium roast espresso with a bit of marshmallow sweetness that leans toward caramel. This beer relies much more on the coffee, letting the malt bill show off a simpler crystal-malt character. The lactose sweet-ness is there, but combined with the malt character, it’s a bit cloying.
What the Brewers Say
Layers of rich, smooth coffee blend with notes of chocolate and graham cracker topped with a hint of marshmallow.
Review printed in: Stouts for All Seasons (Oct-Nov 2019)
View All IssuesDate Reviewed: September 18, 2019