North Coast Brewing Co.
Grade: A-
Appearence: Pours the standard dark black with a small mocha-colored, one finger head. Head stays strong and leaves a thick and creamy lacing.
Smell: Dark toffee, burnt caramel and coffee malts. Nutty notes and some alcohol come through.
Taste: It begins with a very strong coffee and alcohol punch that fades after a couple sips. It then transitions into a nutty, deep coffee flavor and finally decays into a hoppy, semi-sweet chocolate mocha finish.
Mouthfeel: A nice creamy body with low carbonation that leaves a sticky feel.
Drinkability: When it comes to taste, drinkability is great. The bitter hop finish balances the heavy malts, preventing the beer from feeling too heavy. On the other hand, being an imperial stout at 9% ABV, it will catch up to you after a couple.
Overall: A delicious brew that stays true to the style. If I could get this beer regularly, it would be a staple stout in my fridge.
Serving type: Bottle
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