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Drake’s Midnight Run

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.75% Brewed By Drake’s Brewing Co. 1933 Davis St Building 177 San Leandro California USA North America (510) 568-2739 www.drinkdrakes.com The dude abides. Does Drake’s Midnight Run? Submit your review below.

Drake’s Pinot Gallery

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Drake’s Brewing Co. 1933 Davis St Building 177 San Leandro California USA North America (510) 568-2739 www.drinkdrakes.com The human brain only operates as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we know, kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain […]

Drake’s Pinot To-Go

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Drake’s Brewing Co. 1933 Davis St Building 177 San Leandro California USA North America (510) 568-2739 www.drinkdrakes.com Want to share your review of Drake’s Pinot To-Go? Submit your review below.

Scarface Imperial Stout

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.5% Brewed By Speakeasy Ales & Lagers 1195 Evans Ave San Francisco California USA North America (415) 642-3371 www.goodbeer.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Scarface Imperial Stout? Submit your review below.

Oakstack Lightning

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10.2% Brewed By Magnolia Pub & Brewery 1398 Haight St San Francisco California USA North America (415) 864-7468 www.magnoliapub.com Did you experience Oakstack Lightning? Give us your review below.

Koslov’s Revenge

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Thirsty Bear Brewing Company 661 Howard St San Francisco California USA North America (415) 974-0905 www.thirstybear.com Have you tried Koslov’s Revenge? Share your review by filling out your review below.

Ale Of The 2 TUN

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Hermitage Brewing 1627 S 7th St San Jose California USA North America (408) 291-0966 http://hermitagebrewing.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Ale Of The 2 TUN? Submit your review below.

Alesmith Speedway Stout – Vanilla & Coconut

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Alesmith Speedway Stout – Vanilla & Coconut below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Vietnamese Coffee

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is AleSmith Speedway Stout – Vietnamese Coffee? Let us know below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Tod’s Decaf Blend

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Would you like to share your opinion of AleSmith Speedway Stout – Tod’s Decaf Blend? Submit your review below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Traditional Mexican Chocolate

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Are you a fan of AleSmith Speedway Stout – Traditional Mexican Chocolate? Enter your review of AleSmith Speedway Stout – Traditional Mexican Chocolate below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Peanut Butter & Cacao Nibs

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Want to share your review of AleSmith Speedway Stout – Peanut Butter & Cacao Nibs? Submit your review below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Pistachio

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of AleSmith Speedway Stout – Pistachio below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Spearmint

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did AleSmith Speedway Stout – Spearmint make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Mole Surprise

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did AleSmith Speedway Stout – Mole Surprise make you happy, let us […]

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Nutella (Cacao Nibs & Roasted Hazelnut)

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Thank you sir, will you have another AleSmith Speedway Stout – Nutella (Cacao Nibs & Roasted Hazelnut)? Give us your review below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Orange Rum

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com The dude abides. Does AleSmith Speedway Stout – Orange Rum? Submit your review below.

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Papua New Guinea Coffee

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com The human brain only operates as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we know, kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. […]

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Kopi Luwak

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com I was in the Virgin Islands once. I met a girl, we ate lobster and drank pina coladas. At sunset we made love like sea otters. That was a pretty good day. Why […]

AleSmith Speedway Stout – Kopi Luwak (Bourbon Barrel-Aged)

American-Style Imperial Stout

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12% Brewed By AleSmith Brewing Company 9368 Cabot Dr San Diego California USA North America (858) 549-9888 Http://alesmith.com Is AleSmith Speedway Stout – Kopi Luwak (Bourbon Barrel-Aged) something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

American-Style Imperial Stout Traits

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Beer Style Description

Black in color. American-style imperial stouts typically have a high alcohol content. Generally characterized as very robust. The extremely rich malty flavor and aroma are balanced with assertive hopping and fruity-ester characteristics. Bitterness should be moderately high to very high and balanced with full sweet malt character . Roasted malt astringency and bitterness can be moderately perceived but should not overwhelm the overall character. Hop aroma is usually moderately-high to overwhelmingly Hop-floral, -citrus or -herbal. Diacetyl (butterscotch) levels should be absent.

Alcohol By Volume Range

7-12

IBU's Range

50-80

Aroma

Rich and complex, with variable amounts of roasted grains, maltiness, fruity esters, hops, and alcohol. The roasted malt character can take on coffee, dark chocolate, or slightly burnt tones and can be light to moderately strong. The malt aroma can be subtle to rich and barley wine-like, depending on the gravity and grain bill. May optionally show a slight specialty malt character (e.g., caramel), but this should only add complexity and not dominate. Fruity esters may be low to moderately strong, and may take on a complex, dark fruit (e.g., plums, prunes, raisins) character. Hop aroma can be very low to quite aggressive, and may contain any hop variety. An alcohol character may be present, but shouldn’t be sharp, hot or solventy. Aged versions may have a slight vinous or port-like quality, but shouldn’t be sour. No diacetyl. The balance can vary with any of the aroma elements taking center stage. Not all possible aromas described need be present; many interpretations are possible. Aging affects the intensity, balance and smoothness of aromatics.

Appearance

Color may range from very dark reddish-brown to jet black. Opaque. Deep tan to dark brown head. Generally has a well-formed head, although head retention may be low to moderate. High alcohol and viscosity may be visible in “legs” when beer is swirled in a glass.

Flavor

Rich, deep, complex and frequently quite intense with variable amounts of roasted malt/grains, maltiness, fruity esters, hop bitterness, flavor, and alcohol. Medium to aggressively high bitterness. Medium-low to high hop flavor (any variety). Moderate to aggressively high roasted malt/grain flavors can suggest bittersweet or unsweetened chocolate, cocoa, and/or strong coffee. A slightly burnt grain, burnt currant or tarry character may be evident. Fruity esters may be low to intense and can take on a dark fruit character (raisins, plums, or prunes). Malt backbone can be balanced and supportive to rich and barley wine-like, and may optionally show some supporting caramel, bready or toasty flavors. Alcohol strength should be evident, but not hot, sharp or solventy. No diacetyl. The palate and finish can vary from relatively dry to moderately sweet, usually with some lingering roastiness, hop bitterness and warming character. The balance and intensity of flavors can be affected by aging with some flavors becoming more subdued over time with some aged, vinous or port-like qualities developing.

Mouthfeel

Full to very full-bodied and chewy, with a velvety, luscious texture (although the body may decline with long conditioning). Gentle smooth warmth from alcohol should be present and noticeable. Should not be syrupy and under-attenuated. Carbonation may be low to moderate, depending on age and conditioning.