Monday, August 15, 2011

Deschutes, Black Butte XXIII


Deschutes Brewing Co, Portland, Oregon.  
Speciality Imperial Porter 11%ABV  55IBUs  22oz   Beer Advocate:  A-  RateBeer: 97
This beer is brewed with cocoa nibs, orange peels and Pasilla Negra peppers.
A:  Pours a nearly black, deep rich roasted brown color with a mocha head that dissipates quickly.
S:  Dark chocolate and unseasoned espresso and green chiles.  There is also some barrel notes of bourbon and vanilla.  Alcohol is real noticeable.
T:  Dark chocolate, espresso, orange peel, and citrus hops.  A slight anise flavor melds with late flavors of chiles and hops.  
M:  This beer is rich but not overly heavy.  Alcohol and carbonation help cut the viscousness.  
D:  This is a serious sipper but would work well with food also.
Food Pairing:  Tri Tip, Mushroom Poutine with steak, fried bananas, ice cream sandwich, S'mores.

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