Score: 94
January 2013 vintage bottle served in a Half Acre snifter and enjoyed on 01/04/12.
Appearance: Ink black in color. Pours a minimal layer of tan head that settles to a thin ring around the glass. Above average lacing, excellent retention. 4/5
Smell: Roasted coffee beans, bakers chocolate, roasted malt and a little bit of brown sugar and plum. 4.5/5
Taste: Strong coffee flavor throughout, bakers chocolate backbone. Good amount of roastiness on the palate. Heavy "coffee flavor" finish. Bittersweet overall, with a nice balance. 4.5/5
Mouthfeel: Medium-full bodied, light carbonation. Dry on the palate. 4/5
Overall: A great example of a beer that makes up for it's lack of complexity with smooth, robust and appealing flavor.
Recommendation: Fans of coffee and stouts (e.g., Peche Mortel) should seek this one out immediately, before it flies off the shelves.
Pairings: Vanilla almond biscotti.
Cost: $11.99 for a 22 oz (bomber) bottle.
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