A: Pours a Pitch black with a frothy mocha head that rests like a blanket over the beer and doesn’t diminish quickly.
S: Lots of faintly nutty oak that gives into a bittering note of espresso. The beans give off a very creamy note of rich roasts. The coffee in here really is reminding me of Kopa Luwak, I've had this before and most certainly didn't get this strong of a note. The bean derived creaminess is pretty overwhelming, but marries with with the oak. Incredibly creamy and rich, not unlike Kopa Luwak Coffees.
T: Once again, nutty oak that gives into the Kopa Luwak-like coffee notes. Other notes of cocoa nibs, bitter bakers chocolates, and almonds come to mind. However, all of this takes a backseat to the espresso qualities. It's a bit overwhelming with some awkwardly bitter lingers and woody acidity. Good, but it tastes young and underdeveloped.
M: Creamy and gentle on the tongue, but a bit powdery and drying from the wood. The wood of the oak isn't too acidic, but it does enough to give you a sensation in the back of the throat. All in all it's currently at a medium body, and is a bit dissonant in the mouth. Time will round this one out.
D: This is a perfect bitter stout and replaces any and all means for coffee. It’s rich, robust, and full of character. This is not a tame beer and it’s not for the faint of heart. Enjoy.
Food Pairings: This is a perfect finish to any night time meal. Replaces coffee and serves with desserts equally well. Smore's, bananas, ice cream sandwich, red velvet cupcake. This is a beautifully rich coffee stout that works with rich, complex food. It could possibly pair well with pork chop and tri-tip under the right conditions.
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