Spiral Brewery Archimedean Series Formula 1 Imperial Stout.
9% ABV, 100 IBU. Spiral Brewery, Hastings, MN.
Absolutely ebon, completely opaque, slim brown head.
In the nose: Massive malt, deep and rich, with the appropriate accompanying aromas of cocoa, coffee, dark fruits, molasses, char. Inviting and enticing.
In the mouth: More of the big and the rich and the sweet. Just enough hop bitterness for balance (though the IBU is listed at 100), but the malt is king here. Cocoa, coffee, and all the above named flavors from the aroma are resting on the palate. Chocolate takes center stage, in time. Very dessert-y, without having to add fudge, for christ's sake.
This is a tasty one, but it doesn't rise the the heights of imperial stouts.
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