I managed to get my hands on one of the single most sought after beers from the past year. No, it’s not Dark Lord or Surly Darkness or even The Abyss. It’s Southern Tier’s Choklat Imperial Stout. It was more widely available than the other 3, but it was bought up like crazy. Susan and I had it for dessert last night and, man, this is one excellent beer.
The beer pours a thick black with a very small brownish-tan head. Smells of dark roasted malts, dark chocolate, hot fudge, and a hint of roasted coffee. Upon the first sip, I knew I was in for a real treat. The beer tastes of smooth chocolate. Not necessarily dark chocolate, but not milk chocolate. This is a chocolate flavor I have rarely tasted. The beer was brewed with fine Belgian chocolate. That’s the taste. It’s a great chocolate flavor. The roasted flavors are there, but just as an afterthought and balancing act. This is one very drinkable beer for the 11% ABV. I didn’t even notice it at all. Unfortunately, I don’t think you can easily buy this anymore. If you happen to see it, pick up 2 bottles (1 for you and 1 for me). It’s worth every penny.
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