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Wigsplitter

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Rich roasted coffee leads, backed by dark chocolate, vanilla, caramel and molasses: Wigsplitter is an oatmeal stout brewed with freshly ground espresso. It is for those who like a little beer with their coffee, debuted in 2015 and is available in March and April. 7.7% ABV, 54 IBU, brewed in Munster, Indiana.

ABV
7.7%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter54 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark35
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
coffeeroastedchocolate
coffee
roasted
chocolate
caramel
vanilla
dark fruit
Aroma
The nose is dominated by freshly ground espresso and roasted coffee, complemented by dark chocolate and subtle vanilla notes.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Wigsplitter

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black body with a dense, tan head that clings to the glass with persistent Schaumkleiden. The beer shows good clarity despite its opaque appearance, revealing only minimal light transmission. Carbonation is moderate and steady, supporting the thick foam structure.

deep brownopaquepersistent headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by freshly ground espresso and roasted coffee, complemented by dark chocolate and subtle vanilla notes. Beneath the coffee character lie layers of roasted Malz and a hint of molasses sweetness. The overall aromatic profile is rich and inviting, with no harsh roast edge or burnt tones.

coffee-forwardroasted Malzdark chocolateespresso

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and creamy, with coffee taking the lead on the palate, followed immediately by dark chocolate and caramel sweetness. The mid-palate reveals oatmeal's soft body and a gentle vanilla undertone that balances the roasted character. Bitterness arrives measured at 54 IBU, providing structure without overpowering the malt-driven sweetness, allowing molasses notes to linger through the middle.

coffee-dominantcreamy bodybalanced bitternesschocolate and caramel

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and moderately long, with coffee and roasted Malz lingering on the palate. Fading sweetness and a gentle warmth from the 7.7% ABV complete the experience.

dry finishroasted aftertastewarming
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
85
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 10–14°C

Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink within a year. Standard stouts are best fresh but hold reasonably well for 6–12 months.

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What is a Coffee Stout?

Stouts are dark ales with roasted barley character, 4–8% ABV and IBU 25–45. Expect coffee, dark chocolate and toast flavors with a creamy body and dry finish.

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