Trillionaire Shortbread Stout

◎ Appearance

Deep mahogany-brown with an opaque body typical of the stout style. A tan head forms readily and clings to the glass with visible Schaumkleiden. The carbonation is moderate, lending a soft visual texture to the pour.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with warm biscuit and shortbread notes, followed by distinct chocolate and cocoa character from the cacao nibs. Vanilla rounds the mid-palate aromatics, while subtle caramel sweetness underpins the whole, with only a faint herbal whisper from Cascade hops in the background.

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and velvety, with the oat base delivering a silky mouthfeel. The palate progresses through layers of chocolate malt and caramalt sweetness, punctuated by vanilla and cacao notes that linger across the mid-palate. Bitterness is restrained at 35 IBU, allowing the malt-forward character to dominate without harshness.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering chocolate and vanilla notes fading gradually. No sharp edges or astringency; the aftertaste remains pleasant and moreish.