jameswolfe (104), Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA Aug 31, 2007 Even more powerful than its younger brother. Strong hints of chocolate permeate the senses. Would have scored even higher, but the taste of alcohol was a little more than to my liking.
movezig (21), USA Oct 15, 2008 Great brew. Pours jet black with light brown 2 finger head. Nose of Chocolate, Vanilla, caramel, among other sugary goodness. Flavor is of strong vanilla and light chocolate. Lots of roast and baked bread character. Basically has a lot going on and I love it. Cheers to Great Divide and this wonderful brew! :) smartlung (149), Valrico, Florida, USA Oct 15, 2008 OMG - all I can say is that this is delicious! Not much more to add here then whats already said but the sweetness makes me wanting to try Imore Imperial Stouts! xpimptastikx (27), Austin, Texas, USA Oct 13, 2008 Pours a viscous black with a milk chocolate head that bubbles forever, leaving a ring and good lacing. Smells of an vanilla, oak, and raw cocoa. It fills the mouth with a delightful creaminess hiding the alcohol bite well.
First oak aged stout I’ve had, and I love it coming from belgian strong ales and barley wines. I’ll be picking up more bottles of this. oldbaldguy (12), , Minnesota, USA Oct 12, 2008 Great aroma with hoppiness balanced nicely with a big blast of oak. Taste is also balanced with very complex malt flavor. I get strong flavor of dark fruit such as plum and raisin. The oak seems more assertive than other beers in this style that I’ve tried, but I find this to balance perfectly. This one is a winner. Indulgence (124), Ajo, Arizona, USA Oct 12, 2008 It’s clear why this is one of the best... a beer with distinct character of aroma, flavor and balance.... the hops provide an fruity sweet acidic balance to the dark roast of malts... smooth and alcohol is almost non existant. This goes great with cheesecake.
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