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Speedway Stout: Toasted Coconut Vietnamese Coffee Edition

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Toasted coconut, layered into several steps of the brewing process, shows up in both aroma and taste and balances chocolate malt notes with the deep, rich roast of Vietnamese coffee. The result is a slightly sweet, smooth Speedway Stout variation with a satisfying roastiness at 12% ABV and 70 IBU. Beer fans voted it the winner of the 2024 Speedway Grand Prix Mixed 4-Pack.

ABV
12%
Bitterness
Very bitter70 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark40
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
toasty
dark fruit
Aroma
Vietnamese coffee dominates the nose, lending an earthy roast character layered with dark chocolate and toasted coconut notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Speedway Stout: Toasted Coconut Vietnamese Coffee Edition

◎ Appearance

Deep garnet-black with a dense, tan foam that clings persistently to the glass walls. The body is opaque and viscous, with minimal light transmission typical of the style. Carbonation is moderate, creating a steady stream of fine bubbles that support the head's longevity.

deep blackpersistent headviscous body

◌ Aroma

Vietnamese coffee dominates the nose, lending an earthy roast character layered with dark chocolate and toasted coconut notes. The coconut rounds out the sharper roasted edges, creating a warm, slightly sweet aromatic profile. Subtle dark fruit undertones and a hint of alcohol warmth complete the complex bouquet.

Vietnamese coffeetoasted coconutdark chocolateroasted grain

◐ Taste

The palate opens with smooth, full-bodied coffee and chocolate malt that coat the mouth. Toasted coconut weaves through mid-palate, adding sweetness and a subtle vanilla-like richness that balances the 70 IBU bitterness. The 12% ABV is well-integrated, warming without harshness, and the roast character persists through to the finish.

coffee-forwardsmooth chocolatesweet coconutbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

A long, satisfying finish lingers with roasted grain, coffee, and a faint dark fruit fade. The aftertaste remains dry yet slightly sweet, with no harsh astringency.

long roasted finishcoffee lingeringdry-sweet balance
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
89
Appearance
86
Finish
87
Serve at 13–16°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.

Can be cellared 2–5 years. Develops dark fruit, leather and port-like complexity with age.

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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.

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