Imperial Stout
Lagunitas Brewing Co.
8.8% ABV
29.50 IBUs
OG 1.076
22 oz bomber bottled on 361st day of the last year, I believe, poured into a big snifter on 2/17/2011. Quite fresh for a beer of this kind.
Appearance 3.5/5
Thinner looking and shades lighter than any other "Imperial" Stout and most regular Stouts and Porters, the color was thoroughly unimpressive although the magnificent creamy cappuccino head almost made up for it in it's excellent formation, retention, and lacing. Just doesn't have the looks of a stout.
Aroma 3/5
Chocolate, coconut & banana notes. Perhaps some sharpness of coffee underneath. Later some malty notes emerge, but aroma doesn't seem to be all about coffee as one would think.
Taste 4/5
Bitter and milky smooth, lives up to the name in taste. Not big on the roasted malt character until it gets warm. Long and bitter finish with some alcohol warmth. Very good.
Mouthfeel 4/5
Rather thin but not as thin as I anticipated. Low carbonation, silky mouthfeel and clean finish.
Drinkability 4.5/5
Good drinkability at the ABV. Good taste too. Overall recommended and killer at its price point.
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