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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