Saturday, December 22, 2012

Smisje Catherine

The Great Imperial Stout --  Beer Advent  day 18
De Regenboog brewery, Brugge, Belgium
11.2oz bottle, 10%abv

Pours clear and dark brown -- not black as expected -- with a moderate tan head.

Flavor is rich and roasty with lots of nutty hints.  A tiny bit of Belgian funk is apparent as well, but a very mild amount.  Some alcohol is also noted.  While it's a flavorful beer, its very different and considerably lighter than most imperial stouts I've ever had, and much more so than traditional American ones.

Mouthfeel is well balanced. Warming, but with a crisp hint of bitterness and a bit of astringency.

Different than expected, but very, very nice.

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