Bell’s 35th Anniversary Expedition Stout

 Bell’s 35th Anniversary Expedition Stout.

11.5% ABV. Bell’s Brewery, Comstock, MI.

I’ve been sitting on this one for too long. And it’s a two for one. I couldn’t be sure what set the 35th anniversary Expedition Stout apart from the regular, besides 1% extra ABV, so I am m drinking them together to find out. Let’s go...

Strictly Stygian coloration, no light escapes, with a brief brown head. 

In the nose: deep, roasted, charcoal, some cocoa, a hint of espresso....Dark and resonant.Dark fruits, espresso, ash.

In the mouth: Rich. Thick. Damn thick. Chewing on bark thick. Chocolate. Coffee. Bitter. Sweet. Chewy. A decadent treat. Many layers. Multi faceted. Absolutely wonderful. Flips all the switches. Raisins cavort with cocoa. Sweetness, deliciousness, and they didn’t need to drop off an6 cookies or marshmallows.

Now, it’s time to try the normal version and find any differences. Mmm. So nice. Dark malts. Delicious. Chocolate. Leather. Caramel. Toffee. Chewy. Some pepper. A touch of anise. Slightly sweet. Not so hoppy. Well balanced.

I’m coming up with zilch on the difference meter. Maybe 35 is a little thicker?  A touched richer? A smidgeon? Nothing significant. They’re both amazing, and, now, due to this experiment, we know ...that I am twice as drunk. Thanks, @nd god night.