90
Overall
Aroma
10
Flavor
18
Mouthfeel
5
Appearance
3
Longmont, Colorado
What Our Editors Thought
Nutty, almond, and roast notes dominate the nose with a strong vanilla undercurrent. The sip is on the thin-ner side, but woody tannic sharpness helps cut through the rich vanilla and coconut sweetness. Bold, clean, and rich. Walks a properly tensioned slackline between decadent and disciplined.
What Our Panel Thought
Coffee- and chocolate-forward in aroma and flavor, with hints of vanilla, caramel, roast malt, and toasted marshmallow that complement the base beer and add an impression of alcoholic warmth. A bit on the thin side and a bit harshly boozy.
What the Brewers Say
Aged with coffee and vanilla beans.
Review printed in: Stouts for All Seasons (Oct-Nov 2019)
View All IssuesDate Reviewed: September 18, 2019