Gordita
Gordita is a blend of two double-mash imperial stouts aged in bourbon barrels for twenty-six and twelve months, then infused in steel with cacao nibs, vanilla, cinnamon and Mexican ancho chilli. It is black, extremely dense, lightly carbonated and velvety. Bourbon and intense cocoa lead. Vanilla and cinnamon are dosed as small shadings, and the chilli adds very little heat, bringing light smoky and raisin notes and a faint spicy touch.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Gordita
Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Can be cellared 2–5 years. Develops dark fruit, leather and port-like complexity with age.
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About Imperial Stout
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Imperial 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.
Finding a similar Imperial Stout
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same chocolate, full-bodied, boozy character as Gordita will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.