Alesmith Speedway Stout with Espresso and Madagascar Vanilla.
12 % ABV, Alesmith Brewing, San Diego, CA.
Stygian blackness, thoroughly Stygian, (can't get more Stygian) completely opaque, under a rich brown head. Looking great.
In the nose: Earthy, malty, cocoa, vanilla. Deep chocolate and espresso. Decadence awaits.
In the mouth: Starts out smooth, small bittersweet drops, then comes the cocoa, the coffee, and last vanilla. Creamy smooth, while deep, dark and delicious. Needless to say: yum a dum yum. Malt is king here, though hops are also on top, and the alcohol won't hide, it rises up and takes command in time. All the while, vanilla, cocoa and hazelnut notes play on the palate.
Creamy espresso and lush Madagascar Vanilla add to the robust chocolate and coffee flavors Speedway fans already know and love and that classic 12% Imperial Stout punch will have you feeling juuuust right.
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